Best Schools in Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$412,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$412,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.6/10
- Median household income
- $111,081
- Median home value
- $412,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 44%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 94%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lake Hopatcong compares
Median household income
$111k
94% of New Jersey median
About Schools in Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey
Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.6 out of 10, schools in Lake Hopatcong perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Lake Hopatcong is Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lake Hopatcong is served by 1 school district: Jefferson Township Public School District. These districts collectively serve 2,672 students.
Lake Hopatcong's community shows 44% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $111,081. The poverty rate in the area is 2.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 213 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 7.6 |
Schools in Lake Hopatcong
Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$111,081
Median Home Value
$412,800
Median Rent
$1,594/mo
Population
8,475
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
94%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Community Profile
Lake Hopatcong has a median household income of $111,081. It is a well-educated community where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $412,800, with a median rent of $1,594/month. The local poverty rate of 2.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey
How many schools are in Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey?
Lake Hopatcong has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lake Hopatcong is 7.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
How many school districts serve Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey?
Lake Hopatcong is served by 1 school district: Jefferson Township Public School District.
What is the education level in Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 44% of adults in Lake Hopatcong have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey?
The median household income in Lake Hopatcong is approximately $111,081 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lake Hopatcong is 10.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.