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Nixon Elementary School

Elementary School · Roxbury Township School District

275 MT ARLINGTON BOULEVARD, Landing, NJ 07850

Enrollment

245

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,774 of 2,466

In district

#5 of 7

Roxbury Township School District

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Nixon Elementary School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Landing · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Nixon Elementary School

Nixon Elementary School is a public elementary school in Landing, NJ, part of Roxbury Township School District. Nixon Elementary School serves approximately 245 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Nixon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,774 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Nixon Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Nixon 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 Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-7.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.8 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-9.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,971
Chronic Absenteeism13.9%

Nixon Elementary School — Students at Nixon Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 49.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 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
72%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
43.7%
ELA
38.4%
2025
Math
40.4%
ELA
39.1%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Nixon Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
28th percentile in NJ
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

Location

275 MT ARLINGTON BOULEVARD, Landing, NJ 07850

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Nixon Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Valley Road School (rated 8.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Stanhope), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tulsa Trail Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Hopatcong), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Lake Hopatcong), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Landing, see our Landing schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Mount Arlington Public School Mt. Arlington 0.8 mi 8.4
THE BEANSTALK ACADEMY Landing 0.9 mi
Tulsa Trail Elementary School Hopatcong 1.0 mi 7.8
Hopatcong High School Hopatcong 1.1 mi 4.6
Hopatcong Middle School Hopatcong 1.2 mi 6.3
Durban Avenue Elementary School Hopatcong 1.5 mi 4.6
Edith M. Decker Elementary School Mt. Arlington 1.8 mi 6.0
ST THERESE SCHOOL Succasunna 3.0 mi 4.7
MORRIS COUNTY EDUCARE & ENRICHMENT CENTER Kenvil 2.9 mi
Lenape Valley Regional High School Stanhope 2.4 mi 5.4
Lincoln/Roosevelt School Succasunna 3.2 mi 5.3
Netcong Elementary School Netcong 2.7 mi 5.8
Franklin Elementary School Succasunna 3.3 mi 6.0
Valley Road School Stanhope 2.7 mi 8.0
Byram Lakes Elementary School Stanhope 2.9 mi 7.0
Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School Lake Hopatcong 3.3 mi 7.6
Byram Intermediate School Stanhope 3.0 mi 6.0
Athletic Training and Physical Therapy Succasunna 3.8 mi 5.5
Roxbury High School Succasunna 3.8 mi 7.7
Eisenhower Middle School Succasunna 4.0 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07850 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,765

Median Home Value

$387,100

Median Rent

$1,711/mo

Population

7,328

College Educated

41%

Homeownership

79.8%

Avg Commute

40.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.8%

Median Age

39.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nixon Elementary School

What grades does Nixon Elementary School serve?

Nixon Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Nixon Elementary School?

Nixon Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 245 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Nixon Elementary School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Nixon Elementary School rank in NJ?

Nixon Elementary School ranks #1,774 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Nixon Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Nixon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Nixon Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Nixon Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Nixon Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Nixon Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

33.5% of students at Nixon 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
245
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Morris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

District

Roxbury Township School District
District Enrollment
3,389
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,971
District Rank
#5 of 7

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