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#1270 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Mount Tabor Elementary School
Elementary School · Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District
PARK RD & ROUTE 53 PO BOX 509, Mount Tabor, NJ 07878
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,270 of 2,466
In district
#8 of 14
Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Mount Tabor Elementary School
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About Mount Tabor Elementary School
Mount Tabor Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mount Tabor, NJ, part of Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District. Mount Tabor Elementary School serves approximately 348 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Tabor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,270 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Mount Tabor Elementary School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Mount Tabor Elementary School — Students at Mount Tabor Elementary School score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.5%
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: 4.7/10.
How Mount Tabor Elementary School Compares
See how Mount Tabor 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
PARK RD & ROUTE 53 PO BOX 509, Mount Tabor, NJ 07878
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Tabor Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lakeview Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Denville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lake Drive Program for Hearing Impaired (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Mountain Lakes), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mountview Road School (rated 7.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Morris Plains), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Tabor, see our Mount Tabor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07878 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,875
Median Home Value
$436,000
Population
712
College Educated
53%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty Rate
0%
Median Age
43
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Tabor Elementary School
What grades does Mount Tabor Elementary School serve?
Mount Tabor Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mount Tabor Elementary School?
Mount Tabor Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 348 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Tabor Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Tabor Elementary School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Tabor Elementary School rank in NJ?
Mount Tabor Elementary School ranks #1,270 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Mount Tabor Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Tabor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Mount Tabor Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Tabor Elementary School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mount Tabor Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mount Tabor Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Tabor Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mount Tabor Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Tabor Elementary School?
11.5% of students at Mount Tabor 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 348
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.9%
- Phone
- (973) 889-3361
Resources & Links
District
Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District- District Enrollment
- 7,227
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,955
- District Rank
- #8 of 14
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