Very Good
#586 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 24% in state
Based on limited data
Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School
Elementary School · Jefferson Township Public School District
1 JEFFERSON DRIVE, Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NJ statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#586 of 2,466
In district
#2 of 6
Jefferson Township Public School District
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School
Elementary School in Lake Hopatcong · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School
Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lake Hopatcong, NJ, part of Jefferson Township Public School District. Ellen T.
Briggs Elementary School serves approximately 213 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #586 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School Compares
See how Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1 JEFFERSON DRIVE, Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Arthur Stanlick Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Wharton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Dennis B O'Brien Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Dover), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Tulsa Trail Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Hopatcong), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lake Hopatcong, see our Lake Hopatcong schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07849 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,081
Median Home Value
$412,800
Median Rent
$1,594/mo
Population
8,475
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
93.5%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
47.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School
What grades does Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School serve?
Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School?
Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 213 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School rank in NJ?
Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School ranks #586 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School?
10.3% of students at Ellen T. Briggs 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 213
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.4%
- Phone
- (973) 663-0900
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson Township Public School District- District Enrollment
- 2,672
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,107
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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