Excellent
#61 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 2% in state
Lakeview Elementary School
Elementary School · Denville Township K-8 School District
44 COOPER ROAD, Denville, NJ 07834
Enrollment
691
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
691
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#61 of 2,466
In Denville
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Denville Township K-8 School District
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Lakeview Elementary School
Elementary School in Denville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lakeview Elementary School
Lakeview Elementary School is a public elementary school in Denville, NJ, part of Denville Township K-8 School District. Lakeview Elementary School serves approximately 691 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lakeview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #61 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Lakeview Elementary School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Lakeview Elementary School — Students at Lakeview Elementary School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
6.4%
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: 8.9/10.
How Lakeview Elementary School Compares
See how Lakeview 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
44 COOPER ROAD, Denville, NJ 07834
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lakeview Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mountain Way School (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Morris Plains), a more accessible option. Another option is ST ELIZABETH NURSERY & MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Parsippany), a more accessible option. Additionally, Riverview Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Denville, see our Denville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Academy for Performing Arts Rockaway | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Morris Knolls High School Denville | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| BRIDGES TO LEARNING Rockaway | 1.5 mi | — |
| Morris County School of Technology Denville | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle School Rockaway | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Rockaway | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Mount Tabor Elementary School Mount Tabor | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Morris Hills High School Rockaway | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Academy for Mathematics Science and Engineering Rockaway | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY/DIOCESE Rockaway | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Riverview Elementary School Denville | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| MORRIS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Denville | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Mountain Way School Morris Plains | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| ST ELIZABETH NURSERY & MONTESSORI SCHOOL Parsippany | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Littleton Elementary School Parsippany | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Central Park School Morristown | 3.1 mi | — |
| Birchwood Elementary School Dover | 2.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Dover Middle School Dover | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| East Dover Elementary School Dover | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Frelinghuysen Middle School Morristown | 3.3 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07834 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$162,644
Median Home Value
$552,300
Median Rent
$1,707/mo
Population
18,203
College Educated
61.6%
Homeownership
85.8%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
41.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Collins Elementary School Livingston, NJ | 8.9 |
| Charles E. Trefurt School Jersey City, NJ | 8.8 |
| Joseph F Brandt Elementary School Hoboken, NJ | 8.8 |
| Lafayette Mills School Manalapan, NJ | 8.8 |
| Laura Donovan School Freehold, NJ | 8.8 |
| Mountain View Elementary School Flanders, NJ | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lakeview Elementary School
What grades does Lakeview Elementary School serve?
Lakeview Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lakeview Elementary School?
Lakeview Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 691 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakeview Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lakeview Elementary School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lakeview Elementary School rank in NJ?
Lakeview Elementary School ranks #61 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Lakeview Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lakeview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Lakeview Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lakeview Elementary School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lakeview Elementary School a charter school?
No, Lakeview Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lakeview Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Lakeview Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lakeview Elementary School?
6.4% of students at Lakeview 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
- 691
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 6.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.5%
- Phone
- (973) 983-6540
Resources & Links
District
Denville Township K-8 School District- District Enrollment
- 1,700
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,662
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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