Serving 317 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Waretown Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 57%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waretown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Waretown Elementary School's student population of 317 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
317 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Waretown Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
15%
35%
Black
2%
14%
White
78%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Waretown Elementary School often compared to?
Waretown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Gate Elementary School, Ocean Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% NJ state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% NJ state average).
How many students attend Waretown Elementary School?
317 students attend Waretown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Waretown Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waretown Elementary School?
Waretown Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Waretown Elementary School offer ?
Waretown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waretown Elementary School part of?
Waretown Elementary School is part of Ocean Township School District.
School Reviews
Review Waretown Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.
