Excellent
#323 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 13% in state
Wallace Elementary School
Elementary School · Hoboken Public School District
1100 WILLOW AVENUE, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#323 of 2,466
In Hoboken
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Hoboken Public School District
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Wallace Elementary School
Wallace Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hoboken, NJ, part of Hoboken Public School District. Wallace Elementary School serves approximately 594 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Wallace Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #323 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Wallace Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Wallace Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Wallace Elementary School — Students at Wallace Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How Wallace Elementary School Compares
See how Wallace Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1100 WILLOW AVENUE, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wallace Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TESSA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Joseph F Brandt Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Thomas A Edison Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Union City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hoboken, see our Hoboken schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Joseph F Brandt Elementary School Hoboken | 0.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Hoboken High School Hoboken | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Elysian Charter School of Hoboken Hoboken | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| HOBOKEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hoboken | 0.3 mi | — |
| Hoboken Charter School Hoboken | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Hoboken | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| THE HUDSON SCHOOL Hoboken | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| APPLE MONTESSORI OF HOBOKEN Hoboken | 0.4 mi | — |
| HOBOKEN CATHOLIC ACADEMY Hoboken | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| TESSA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Hoboken | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| MUSTARD SEED SCHOOL Hoboken | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Hoboken Middle School Hoboken | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| STEVENS COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Hoboken | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Colin Powell Elementary School Union City | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Hudson Elementary School Union City | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Thomas A Edison Elementary School Union City | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| MIFTAAHUL ULOOM ACADEMY Union City | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Emerson Middle School Union City | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Thomas G. Connors Elementary School Hoboken | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Hoboken Dual Language Charter School Hoboken | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$176,943
Median Home Value
$872,100
Median Rent
$2,819/mo
Population
58,340
College Educated
83.1%
Homeownership
34.1%
Avg Commute
37.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
31.9
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| C. Richard Applegate School Freehold, NJ | 8.1 |
| Charles J. Riley/ School 9 Paterson, NJ | 8.1 |
| Eleanor Rush Intermediate School Cinnaminson, NJ | 8.1 |
| Flocktown-Kossmann Elementary School Long Valley, NJ | 8.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wallace Elementary School
What grades does Wallace Elementary School serve?
Wallace Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Wallace Elementary School?
Wallace Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 594 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wallace Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wallace Elementary School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wallace Elementary School rank in NJ?
Wallace Elementary School ranks #323 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Wallace Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wallace Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Wallace Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wallace Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Wallace Elementary School a charter school?
No, Wallace Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wallace Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Wallace Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wallace Elementary School?
30.0% of students at Wallace Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 594
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hudson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.3%
- Phone
- (201) 356-3650
Resources & Links
District
Hoboken Public School District- District Enrollment
- 3,531
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,978
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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