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#2154 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Durban Avenue Elementary School

Elementary School · Hopatcong Borough School District

PO Box 1029, Hopatcong, NJ 07843

Enrollment

273

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 1st

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,154 of 2,466

In Hopatcong

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Hopatcong Borough School District

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Durban Avenue Elementary School

4.6/10

Elementary School in Hopatcong · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Durban Avenue Elementary School

Durban Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hopatcong, NJ, part of Hopatcong Borough School District. Durban Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 273 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Durban Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,154 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Durban Avenue Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-4.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2019
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2019 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2019 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,854
Chronic Absenteeism17.9%

Durban Avenue Elementary School — Students at Durban Avenue Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 58.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
83%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
45%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.4/10.

How Durban Avenue Elementary School Compares

See how Durban Avenue Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
13th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

Location

PO Box 1029, Hopatcong, NJ 07843

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Durban Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jefferson Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Succasunna), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valley Road School (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Stanhope), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tulsa Trail Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hopatcong, see our Hopatcong schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Hopatcong High School Hopatcong 0.3 mi 4.6
Hopatcong Middle School Hopatcong 0.5 mi 6.3
Tulsa Trail Elementary School Hopatcong 0.4 mi 7.8
THE BEANSTALK ACADEMY Landing 1.5 mi
Lenape Valley Regional High School Stanhope 1.2 mi 5.4
Nixon Elementary School Landing 1.5 mi 5.5
Byram Lakes Elementary School Stanhope 1.5 mi 7.0
Byram Intermediate School Stanhope 1.6 mi 6.0
Valley Road School Stanhope 1.7 mi 8.0
Netcong Elementary School Netcong 2.3 mi 5.8
Mount Arlington Public School Mt. Arlington 2.1 mi 8.4
Edith M. Decker Elementary School Mt. Arlington 2.6 mi 6.0
ST THERESE SCHOOL Succasunna 4.2 mi 4.7
Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School Lake Hopatcong 3.7 mi 7.6
Lincoln/Roosevelt School Succasunna 4.4 mi 5.3
MORRIS COUNTY EDUCARE & ENRICHMENT CENTER Kenvil 4.2 mi
Jefferson Elementary School Succasunna 4.9 mi 8.1
Franklin Elementary School Succasunna 4.5 mi 6.0
AMERICAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Succasunna 4.9 mi 7.5
Athletic Training and Physical Therapy Succasunna 4.9 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07843 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,433

Median Home Value

$316,900

Median Rent

$1,616/mo

Population

11,309

College Educated

33.5%

Homeownership

87.4%

Avg Commute

36.2 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

41.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Durban Avenue Elementary School

What grades does Durban Avenue Elementary School serve?

Durban Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.

How many students attend Durban Avenue Elementary School?

Durban Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Durban Avenue Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Durban Avenue Elementary School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Durban Avenue Elementary School rank in NJ?

Durban Avenue Elementary School ranks #2,154 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Durban Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Durban Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Durban Avenue Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Durban Avenue Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

Is Durban Avenue Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Durban Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Durban Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Durban Avenue Elementary School?

32.6% of students at Durban Avenue Elementary 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
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Sussex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

District

Hopatcong Borough School District
District Enrollment
1,581
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,854
District Rank
#4 of 4

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