Serving 417 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Hiawatha Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Hiawatha Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Hiawatha Elementary School's student population of 417 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Hiawatha Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Hiawatha Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#421 out of 2183 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
57%
10%
Hispanic
16%
32%
Black
2%
15%
White
24%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Hiawatha Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Hiawatha Elementary School is ranked #421 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lake Hiawatha Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Hiawatha Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Knollwood Elementary School, Northvail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lake Hiawatha Elementary School?
417 students attend Lake Hiawatha Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Lake Hiawatha Elementary School students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Hiawatha Elementary School?
Lake Hiawatha Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lake Hiawatha Elementary School offer ?
Lake Hiawatha Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lake Hiawatha Elementary School part of?
Lake Hiawatha Elementary School is part of Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Hiawatha Elementary School located?
Lake Hiawatha Elementary School is located in the Lake Hiawatha neighborhood of Parsippany, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in Lake Hiawatha.
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