WANTAGH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
2,879 Students
5 Schools
District Overview
Located at 3301 Beltagh Avenue in Wantagh, New York, the Wantagh Union Free School District is a fully operational, traditional public school system serving a large suburban community within the greater New York metropolitan area. Operating across five academic facilities, the district offers a continuous educational pathway spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, alongside specialized ungraded offerings. With a total enrollment of 2,879 students—comprising 1,405 female and 1,474 male learners—the district provides a cohesive educational framework designed to foster student growth at every developmental stage. Families and community members can easily engage with the district through its central administrative office or online portal at wantaghschools.org.
To support its academic mission, the Wantagh Union Free School District maintains a robust professional workforce totaling nearly 980 full-time equivalent personnel. This dedicated team features approximately 487 full-time equivalent teachers, 82 instructional aides, and nearly 410 support staff members, ensuring attentive instructional guidance and comprehensive operational support. The student body reflects a rich tapestry of the local community, encompassing 2,367 White, 300 Hispanic, 93 Asian, 88 multiracial, 22 Black, and American Indian and Pacific Islander students. Through its strong staffing infrastructure, balanced student body, and deeply rooted community presence, the district delivers an enriched educational environment tailored to prepare modern learners for future success.
To support its academic mission, the Wantagh Union Free School District maintains a robust professional workforce totaling nearly 980 full-time equivalent personnel. This dedicated team features approximately 487 full-time equivalent teachers, 82 instructional aides, and nearly 410 support staff members, ensuring attentive instructional guidance and comprehensive operational support. The student body reflects a rich tapestry of the local community, encompassing 2,367 White, 300 Hispanic, 93 Asian, 88 multiracial, 22 Black, and American Indian and Pacific Islander students. Through its strong staffing infrastructure, balanced student body, and deeply rooted community presence, the district delivers an enriched educational environment tailored to prepare modern learners for future success.
5
Total Schools
2,879
Total Students
487.1
Full-Time Teachers
5.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics
District Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 2,367 |
| Hispanic | 300 |
| Black | 22 |
| Asian | 93 |
| Two or More | 88 |
| American Indian | 8 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White2,367 (82.2%)
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Hispanic300 (10.4%)
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Asian93 (3.2%)
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Two or More88 (3.1%)
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Black22 (0.8%)
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American Indian8 (0.3%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.0%)
School Levels
School Levels Data Table
| School Level | School Count |
|---|---|
| Elementary | 3 |
| Middle | 1 |
| High | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
School Map
District Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| District type: | Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union |
| Charter: | Not a charter district |
| Number of schools: | 5 |
| Students: | 2,879* |
| Teachers (FTE): | 487.1* |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 5.9 |
Schools in WANTAGH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Found 5 Schools
390 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th
321 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
645 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
672 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
High School 9th - 12th