Best Schools in Wantage, New Jersey
2 schools · 2 Elementary
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Wantage Elementary School
Elementary · Sussex-wantage Regional School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$338,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$338,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Wantage
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wantage Elementary School | 5.9 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $104,441
- Median home value
- $338,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Avg commute
- 37 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 80%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Wantage compares
Median household income
$104k
88% of New Jersey median
About Schools in Wantage, New Jersey
Wantage, New Jersey is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Wantage show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Wantage is Clifton E. Lawrence with a composite score of 6.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Wantage is served by 1 school district: Sussex-Wantage Regional School District. These districts collectively serve 1,080 students.
Wantage's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $104,441. The poverty rate in the area is 5.7%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 407 students · Pre-K–2nd | 6.0 |
| 2 | 354 students · 3rd–5th | 5.9 |
Schools in Wantage
Wantage, New Jersey · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$104,441
Median Home Value
$338,500
Median Rent
$1,456/mo
Population
18,575
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
80%
Avg Commute
37 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Community Profile
Wantage has a median household income of $104,441. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $338,500, with a median rent of $1,456/month. The local poverty rate of 5.7% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Wantage, New Jersey
How many schools are in Wantage, New Jersey?
Wantage has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Wantage, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Wantage is 6.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Wantage, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Wantage on MySchoolScout is Wantage Elementary School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Wantage, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Wantage on MySchoolScout is Wantage Elementary School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Wantage, New Jersey?
Wantage is served by 1 school district: Sussex-wantage Regional School District.
What is the education level in Wantage, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in Wantage have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Wantage, New Jersey?
The median household income in Wantage is approximately $104,441 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Wantage, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wantage is 10.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wantage, New Jersey?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.