Excellent
#166 of 2,463 schools in NJ
Top 7% in state
Wildwood Elementary School
Elementary School · Mountain Lakes Public School District
51 Glen Rd., Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Mountain Lakes
#3 of 3
public schools
New Jersey elementary schools
#109 of 1,496
In district
#3 of 4
Mountain Lakes Public School District
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Wildwood Elementary School
Wildwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mountain Lakes, NJ, part of the Mountain Lakes Public School District. The school serves approximately 438 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 93.3th percentile among NJ schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 82% proficiency in math, 38 points above the state average and 87% in reading/language arts, 38 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.7/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $250,001, where 84% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Wildwood Elementary School — Students at Wildwood Elementary School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)
Based on 11 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.
How Wildwood Elementary School Compares
See how Wildwood Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 83% (2019) to 81% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 89% (2019) to 88% (2022).
Location
51 Glen Rd., Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wildwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Intervale Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Boonton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lake Parsippany Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Parsippany), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lake Drive Program for Hearing Impaired (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mountain Lakes, see our Mountain Lakes schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Briarcliff Middle School Mountain Lakes | 0.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Mountain Lakes High School Mountain Lakes | 0.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Lake Drive Program for Hearing Impaired Mountain Lakes | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| THE CRAIG SCHOOL Mountain Lakes | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Intervale Elementary School Boonton | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL SCHOOL Boonton | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| SEDES SAPEINTIAE SCHOOL INC Boonton | 1.4 mi | — |
| School Street School Boonton | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| ALPHABETLAND Boonton | 1.3 mi | — |
| Boonton High School Boonton | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Rockaway Valley School Boonton Township | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| John Hill School Boonton | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Eastlake Elementary School Parsippany | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Valleyview Middle School Denville | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Lake Parsippany Elementary School Parsippany | 2.4 mi | 9.1 |
| ST ELIZABETH NURSERY & MONTESSORI SCHOOL Parsippany | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Knollwood Elementary School Parsippany | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Northvail Elementary School Parsippany | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Central Middle School Parsippany | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Parsippany Hills High School Parsippany | 2.6 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07046 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$915,100
Median Rent
$2,941/mo
Population
4,535
College Educated
84.4%
Homeownership
97.1%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
1.3%
Median Age
43.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Wildwood Elementary School has a median household income of $250,001. It is a well-educated community where 84% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $915,100, with a median rent of $2,941/month. The local poverty rate of 1.3% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Angelo L. Tomaso School Warren, NJ | 8.5 |
| Belmar Elementary Belmar, NJ | 8.5 |
| Birches Elementary School Turnersville, NJ | 8.5 |
| Brigantine Community School Brigantine, NJ | 8.5 |
| Carlstadt Public School Carlstadt, NJ | 8.5 |
| Cliffwood Elementary School Cliffwood, NJ | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wildwood Elementary School
What grades does Wildwood Elementary School serve?
Wildwood Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Wildwood Elementary School?
Wildwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wildwood Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wildwood Elementary School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wildwood Elementary School rank in NJ?
Wildwood Elementary School is ranked #166 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.
What is Wildwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wildwood Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Wildwood Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Wildwood Elementary School has 82.2% math proficiency and 86.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Wildwood Elementary School a charter school?
No, Wildwood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wildwood Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Wildwood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 438
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Phone
- (973) 334-3609
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Mountain Lakes Public School District- District Enrollment
- 1,249
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,223
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
Other Schools in This District
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