Serving 462 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Hiawatha Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Hiawatha Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Hiawatha Elementary School's student population of 462 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Lake Hiawatha Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Hiawatha Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#421 out of 2201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
53%
10%
Hispanic
18%
34%
Black
3%
15%
White
24%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Hiawatha Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Hiawatha Elementary School is ranked #421 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lake Hiawatha Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Hiawatha Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Knollwood Elementary School, Northvail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lake Hiawatha Elementary School?
462 students attend Lake Hiawatha Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Lake Hiawatha Elementary School students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Hiawatha Elementary School?
Lake Hiawatha Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lake Hiawatha Elementary School offer ?
Lake Hiawatha Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Hiawatha Elementary School part of?
Lake Hiawatha Elementary School is part of Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Hiawatha Elementary School located?
Lake Hiawatha Elementary School is located in the Lake Hiawatha neighborhood of Parsippany, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in Lake Hiawatha.
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