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Netcong Elementary School

Elementary School · Netcong School District

26 COLLEGE ROAD, Netcong, NJ 07857

Enrollment

280

Student-Teacher

8.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,622 of 2,466

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Netcong Elementary School

5.8/10

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About Netcong Elementary School

Netcong Elementary School is a public elementary school in Netcong, NJ, part of Netcong School District. Netcong Elementary School serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Netcong Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,622 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Netcong Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 8.2:1 students to teachers, Netcong Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.59 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-8.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.5 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-3.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,434
Chronic Absenteeism12.5%

Netcong Elementary School — Students at Netcong Elementary School score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 54.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 54 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
38.4%
ELA
49.5%
2025
Math
33.3%
ELA
53.4%

* 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 Netcong Elementary School Compares

See how Netcong Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
34th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

26 COLLEGE ROAD, Netcong, NJ 07857

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Netcong Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jefferson Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Succasunna), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valley Road School (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Stanhope), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tulsa Trail Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Hopatcong), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Netcong, see our Netcong schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Valley Road School Stanhope 1.2 mi 8.0
Lenape Valley Regional High School Stanhope 1.5 mi 5.4
Hopatcong Middle School Hopatcong 2.0 mi 6.3
THE BEANSTALK ACADEMY Landing 1.8 mi
Byram Lakes Elementary School Stanhope 2.4 mi 7.0
Durban Avenue Elementary School Hopatcong 2.3 mi 4.6
Byram Intermediate School Stanhope 2.5 mi 6.0
Hopatcong High School Hopatcong 2.4 mi 4.6
Tulsa Trail Elementary School Hopatcong 2.4 mi 7.8
Mount Olive High School Flanders 2.9 mi 5.7
Chester M. Stephens Elementary School Budd Lake 3.1 mi 6.7
Nixon Elementary School Landing 2.7 mi 5.5
Jefferson Elementary School Succasunna 3.4 mi 8.1
Tinc Rd. Elementary School Flanders 3.7 mi 7.7
AMERICAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Succasunna 3.5 mi 7.5
ST THERESE SCHOOL Succasunna 3.5 mi 4.7
Mount Arlington Public School Mt. Arlington 3.5 mi 8.4
Lincoln/Roosevelt School Succasunna 3.8 mi 5.3
Kennedy Elementary School Succasunna 4.3 mi 4.1
Athletic Training and Physical Therapy Succasunna 4.0 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07857 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,596

Median Home Value

$344,300

Median Rent

$1,396/mo

Population

3,543

College Educated

38.8%

Homeownership

52.9%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

43.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Netcong Elementary School

What grades does Netcong Elementary School serve?

Netcong Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Netcong Elementary School?

Netcong Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Netcong Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Netcong Elementary School is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Netcong Elementary School rank in NJ?

Netcong Elementary School ranks #1,622 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Netcong Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Netcong Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Netcong Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Netcong Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Netcong Elementary School a charter school?

No, Netcong Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Netcong Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Netcong Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Netcong Elementary School?

38.2% of students at Netcong 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Morris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

District

Netcong School District
District Enrollment
285
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,434
District Rank
#1 of 1

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