Excellent
#159 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 6% in state
Rockaway Meadow Elementary School
Elementary School · Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District
160 EDWARDS ROAD PO Box 52, Parsippany, NJ 07054
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#159 of 2,466
In Parsippany
#2 of 12
public schools
In district
#2 of 14
Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Rockaway Meadow Elementary School
Elementary School in Parsippany · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Rockaway Meadow Elementary School
Rockaway Meadow Elementary School is a public elementary school in Parsippany, NJ, part of Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District. Rockaway Meadow Elementary School serves approximately 259 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Rockaway Meadow Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #159 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Rockaway Meadow Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 6.5
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Rockaway Meadow Elementary School — Students at Rockaway Meadow Elementary School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.6%
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 Rockaway Meadow Elementary School Compares
See how Rockaway Meadow 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
160 EDWARDS ROAD PO Box 52, Parsippany, NJ 07054
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rockaway Meadow Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hilldale School (rated 9.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Pine Brook), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Troy Hills Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Valley View School (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Montville Township), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Parsippany, see our Parsippany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Hiawatha Elementary School Parsippany | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Woodmont School Pine Brook | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Hilldale School Pine Brook | 1.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Parsippany High School Parsippany | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Parsippany | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montville | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Troy Hills Elementary School Parsippany | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Montville Township High School Montville | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Robert R Lazar Middle School Montville | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Knollwood Elementary School Parsippany | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Northvail Elementary School Parsippany | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Valley View School Montville Township | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Central Middle School Parsippany | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Central Elementary School East Hanover | 2.9 mi | 5.4 |
| East Hanover Middle School East Hanover | 3.0 mi | 9.1 |
| THE CRAIG SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Montville | 3.1 mi | 6.9 |
| CRAIG SCHOOL, HIGH SCHOOL Montville | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| John Hill School Boonton | 2.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Boonton High School Boonton | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| ALPHABETLAND Boonton | 3.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07054 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,955
Median Home Value
$569,000
Median Rent
$1,725/mo
Population
30,139
College Educated
60.6%
Homeownership
49.9%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
41.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rockaway Meadow Elementary School
What grades does Rockaway Meadow Elementary School serve?
Rockaway Meadow Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Rockaway Meadow Elementary School?
Rockaway Meadow Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 259 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rockaway Meadow Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rockaway Meadow Elementary School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rockaway Meadow Elementary School rank in NJ?
Rockaway Meadow Elementary School ranks #159 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Rockaway Meadow Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rockaway Meadow Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Rockaway Meadow Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rockaway Meadow Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Rockaway Meadow Elementary School a charter school?
No, Rockaway Meadow Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rockaway Meadow Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Rockaway Meadow Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rockaway Meadow Elementary School?
23.6% of students at Rockaway Meadow 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
- 259
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.6%
- Phone
- (973) 263-7308
Resources & Links
District
Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District- District Enrollment
- 7,227
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,955
- District Rank
- #2 of 14
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