Very Good
#686 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 28% in state
Mendham Township Elementary School
Elementary School · Mendham Township School District
18 WEST MAIN STREET PO BOX 510, Brookside, NJ 07926
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#686 of 2,466
In Brookside
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Mendham Township School District
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Mendham Township Elementary School
Elementary School in Brookside · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Mendham Township Middle School
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About Mendham Township Elementary School
Mendham Township Elementary School is a public elementary school in Brookside, NJ, part of Mendham Township School District. Mendham Township Elementary School serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mendham Township Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #686 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Mendham Township Elementary School show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Mendham Township Elementary School — Students at Mendham Township Elementary School score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 5.3/10.
How Mendham Township Elementary School Compares
See how Mendham Township Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
18 WEST MAIN STREET PO BOX 510, Brookside, NJ 07926
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mendham Township Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shongum School (rated 9.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Randolph), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ironia School (rated 7.3/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Randolph), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hilltop School (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Mendham), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brookside, see our Brookside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mendham Township Middle School Brookside | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| West Morris Mendham High School Mendham | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Mountain View School Mendham | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Hilltop School Mendham | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| LITTLE VILLAGE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Randolph | 2.5 mi | — |
| DELBARTON SCHOOL Morristown | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Shongum School Randolph | 2.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Center Grove School Randolph | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Randolph High School Randolph | 3.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Randolph Middle School Randolph | 3.8 mi | 8.3 |
| APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF RANDOLPH Randolph | 3.9 mi | — |
| Ironia School Randolph | 3.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Bernardsville Middle School Bernardsville | 4.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Marion T. Bedwell Elementary School Bernardsville | 4.1 mi | 5.8 |
| VILLA WALSH ACADEMY Morristown | 3.2 mi | 7.0 |
| GOTTESMAN RTW ACADEMY Randolph | 4.5 mi | 6.9 |
| SCHOOL OF SAINT ELIZABETH Bernardsville | 4.7 mi | 5.4 |
| MENDHAM COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Basking Ridge | 4.5 mi | 7.0 |
| WESTMONT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mendham | 3.8 mi | — |
| Hillcrest School Morristown | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07926 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
72
College Educated
59%
Homeownership
47.8%
Poverty Rate
0%
Median Age
34.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chittick Elementary School East Brunswick, NJ | 7.4 |
| Franklin Borough School Franklin, NJ | 7.4 |
| Hillside Elementary School Montclair, NJ | 7.4 |
| Lanoka Harbor Elementary School Lanoka Harbor, NJ | 7.4 |
| Roosevelt School River Edge, NJ | 7.4 |
| School 28 Paterson, NJ | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mendham Township Elementary School
What grades does Mendham Township Elementary School serve?
Mendham Township Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Mendham Township Elementary School?
Mendham Township Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mendham Township Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mendham Township Elementary School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mendham Township Elementary School rank in NJ?
Mendham Township Elementary School ranks #686 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Mendham Township Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mendham Township Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Mendham Township Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mendham Township Elementary School has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mendham Township Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mendham Township Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mendham Township Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mendham Township Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mendham Township Elementary School?
0.6% of students at Mendham Township 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 468
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 0.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.5%
- Phone
- (973) 543-7107
Resources & Links
District
Mendham Township School District- District Enrollment
- 792
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,649
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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