Below Average
#2058 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Waretown Elementary School
Elementary School · Ocean Township School District
64 RAILROAD AVENUE, Waretown, NJ 08758
Enrollment
314
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
314
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,058 of 2,466
In Waretown
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Ocean Township School District
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Waretown Elementary School
Elementary School in Waretown · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Waretown Elementary School
Waretown Elementary School is a public elementary school in Waretown, NJ, part of Ocean Township School District. Waretown Elementary School serves approximately 314 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Waretown Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,058 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Waretown Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Waretown Elementary School — Students at Waretown Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 22 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.8/10.
How Waretown Elementary School Compares
See how Waretown 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
64 RAILROAD AVENUE, Waretown, NJ 08758
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waretown Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lanoka Harbor Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Lanoka Harbor), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frederic A. Priff Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Forked River Elementary School (rated 6.0/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Forked River), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waretown, see our Waretown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08758 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,877
Median Home Value
$455,900
Median Rent
$1,239/mo
Population
8,010
College Educated
33.4%
Homeownership
87.6%
Avg Commute
40.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
50.5
Similar Schools
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| Bloomingdale Avenue School Cranford, NJ | 4.9 |
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| Frederic N. Brown Elementary School Verona, NJ | 4.9 |
| Number 6 Linden, NJ | 4.9 |
| Parkway Elementary School Ewing, NJ | 4.9 |
| Sylvia Rosenauer Elementary School Jackson, NJ | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waretown Elementary School
What grades does Waretown Elementary School serve?
Waretown Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Waretown Elementary School?
Waretown Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 314 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waretown Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Waretown Elementary School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Waretown Elementary School rank in NJ?
Waretown Elementary School ranks #2,058 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Waretown Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Waretown Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Waretown Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Waretown Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Waretown Elementary School a charter school?
No, Waretown Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waretown Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Waretown Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waretown Elementary School?
35.4% of students at Waretown 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 314
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.1%
- Phone
- (609) 693-3131
Resources & Links
District
Ocean Township School District- District Enrollment
- 582
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,770
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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