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#1866 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Lake Hiawatha Elementary School
Elementary School · Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District
1 Lincoln Avenue PO Box 52, Parsippany, NJ 07054
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,866 of 2,466
In Parsippany
#11 of 12
public schools
In district
#13 of 14
Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Lake Hiawatha Elementary School
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About Lake Hiawatha Elementary School
Lake Hiawatha Elementary School is a public elementary school in Parsippany, NJ, part of Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District. Lake Hiawatha Elementary School serves approximately 462 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Hiawatha Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,866 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Lake Hiawatha Elementary School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Lake Hiawatha Elementary School — Students at Lake Hiawatha Elementary School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.0/10.
How Lake Hiawatha Elementary School Compares
See how Lake Hiawatha 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 Lincoln Avenue PO Box 52, Parsippany, NJ 07054
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake Hiawatha Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hilldale School (rated 9.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Pine Brook), which scores notably higher. Another option is Troy Hills Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rockaway Meadow Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Parsippany, see our Parsippany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Parsippany High School Parsippany | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Parsippany | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Knollwood Elementary School Parsippany | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Northvail Elementary School Parsippany | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Rockaway Meadow Elementary School Parsippany | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Central Middle School Parsippany | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montville | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Troy Hills Elementary School Parsippany | 1.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Robert R Lazar Middle School Montville | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| John Hill School Boonton | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Montville Township High School Montville | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| ALPHABETLAND Boonton | 2.0 mi | — |
| Boonton High School Boonton | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Hilldale School Pine Brook | 1.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Woodmont School Pine Brook | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Intervale Elementary School Boonton | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| School Street School Boonton | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Valley View School Montville Township | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL SCHOOL Boonton | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| SEDES SAPEINTIAE SCHOOL INC Boonton | 2.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07054 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,955
Median Home Value
$569,000
Median Rent
$1,725/mo
Population
30,139
College Educated
60.6%
Homeownership
49.9%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
41.3
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|---|---|
| Adlai E. Stevenson School Fairfield, NJ | 5.3 |
| Barley Sheaf Elementary School Flemington, NJ | 5.3 |
| Benjamin Banneker Academy East Orange, NJ | 5.3 |
| Bradley Elementary School Asbury Park, NJ | 5.3 |
| Cedar Creek Elementary School Lanoka Harbor, NJ | 5.3 |
| Chaplain Charles Watters School Jersey City, NJ | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake Hiawatha Elementary School
What grades does Lake Hiawatha Elementary School serve?
Lake Hiawatha Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lake Hiawatha Elementary School?
Lake Hiawatha Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 462 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Hiawatha Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake Hiawatha Elementary School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lake Hiawatha Elementary School rank in NJ?
Lake Hiawatha Elementary School ranks #1,866 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Lake Hiawatha Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lake Hiawatha Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Lake Hiawatha Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Hiawatha Elementary School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lake Hiawatha Elementary School a charter school?
No, Lake Hiawatha Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lake Hiawatha Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Lake Hiawatha Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Hiawatha Elementary School?
19.0% of students at Lake Hiawatha 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 462
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.7%
- Phone
- (973) 263-4344
Resources & Links
District
Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District- District Enrollment
- 7,227
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,955
- District Rank
- #13 of 14
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