Walnut Ridge School serves 95 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Ridge School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Walnut Ridge School's student population of 95 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
95 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Walnut Ridge School is 0.23, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
Hispanic
13%
35%
White
87%
37%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.1%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Walnut Ridge School?
95 students attend Walnut Ridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Walnut Ridge School students are White, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walnut Ridge School?
Walnut Ridge School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Walnut Ridge School offer ?
Walnut Ridge School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Walnut Ridge School part of?
Walnut Ridge School is part of Vernon Township School District.
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