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#1183 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 48% in state

Brooklake School

Elementary School · Florham Park School District

235 BROOKLAKE ROAD, Florham Park, NJ 07932

Enrollment

308

Student-Teacher

9.1:1

Score

6.5

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,183 of 2,466

In Florham Park

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Florham Park School District

Equity

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Brooklake School

6.5/10

Elementary School in Florham Park · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Brooklake School

Brooklake School is a public elementary school in Florham Park, NJ, part of Florham Park School District. Brooklake School serves approximately 308 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooklake School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,183 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Brooklake School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Brooklake School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency71.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+18.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+27.6 pts
Overall Proficiency69% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)68% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,081
Chronic Absenteeism13.6%

Brooklake School — Students at Brooklake School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

1.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 71.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 70.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
91%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
76%
2018
Math
74%
ELA
73%
2019
Math
74%
ELA
73%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2024
Math
71.3%
ELA
68.9%
2025
Math
66.4%
ELA
71.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.0/10.

How Brooklake School Compares

See how Brooklake School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
52th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
1%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

235 BROOKLAKE ROAD, Florham Park, NJ 07932

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brooklake School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Briarwood School (rated 7.1/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Central Avenue School (rated 6.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Madison), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Milton Avenue School (rated 6.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Chatham), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Florham Park, see our Florham Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Briarwood School Florham Park 0.1 mi 7.1
THE MONTESSORI CHILDRENS ACADEMY Florham Park 0.8 mi
Ridgedale Middle School Florham Park 1.0 mi 6.4
MAGIC KINGDOM DAY NURSERY Florham Park 1.5 mi
NEWARK ACADEMY Livingston 1.2 mi 6.2
JOSEPH KUSHNER HEBREW ACADEMY RAE KUSHNER YESHIVA Livingston 1.2 mi 6.5
SINAI ELEMENTARY AT JOSEPH KUSHNER HEBREW ACADEMY Livingston 1.2 mi 6.3
Hanover Park High School East Hanover 1.8 mi 8.1
Madison High School Madison 1.5 mi 7.4
Milton Avenue School Chatham 2.2 mi 6.0
Chatham Middle School Chatham 2.3 mi 7.5
Madison Junior School Madison 2.1 mi 8.7
Central Avenue School Madison 2.0 mi 6.2
Kings Road School Madison 2.4 mi 5.8
THE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S ACADEMY OF CHATHAM Chatham 2.6 mi
PILLAR HIGH SCHOOL (FORMER HORIZON HIGH SCHOOL) Livingston 2.3 mi 7.3
SPROUT HOUSE Chatham 2.7 mi
ECLC OF NEW JERSEY Chatham 2.8 mi 6.9
MADISON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Madison 2.4 mi
RAINBOW MONTESSORI Madison 2.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07932 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$147,009

Median Home Value

$719,400

Median Rent

$3,009/mo

Population

11,498

College Educated

66.2%

Homeownership

69.4%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

44.6

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Brayton Elementary School Summit, NJ 6.5
Charles Street School Palmyra, NJ 6.5
David C. Douglass Memorial School Villas, NJ 6.5
Dewitt D. Barlow Elementary School Plainfield, NJ 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brooklake School

What grades does Brooklake School serve?

Brooklake School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Brooklake School?

Brooklake School has an enrollment of approximately 308 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooklake School?

The student-teacher ratio at Brooklake School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brooklake School rank in NJ?

Brooklake School ranks #1,183 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Brooklake School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brooklake School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Brooklake School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brooklake School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Brooklake School a charter school?

No, Brooklake School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brooklake School a Title I school?

No, Brooklake School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brooklake School?

1.3% of students at Brooklake School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
1.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Morris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.6%

District

Florham Park School District
District Enrollment
948
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,081
District Rank
#2 of 3

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