Overview

Watsessing Elementary School is a public school in Bloomfield, NJ, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 8 elementary schools in Bloomfield Board Of Education School District.
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School Rating

Watsessing Elementary School is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in New Jersey with the same grade levels.
4/10
GreatSchools Rating

Rating Factors

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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Neighborhood

71 Prospect Street
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
School leader: Mr Shamshadeen Mayers
(973) 680-8570
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