Serving 374 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Lopatcong Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lopatcong Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lopatcong Elementary School's student population of 374 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Lopatcong Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lopatcong Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1052 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
17%
34%
Black
22%
15%
White
49%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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 Lopatcong Elementary School's ranking?
Lopatcong Elementary School is ranked #1052 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lopatcong Elementary School?
374 students attend Lopatcong Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Lopatcong Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lopatcong Elementary School?
Lopatcong Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lopatcong Elementary School offer ?
Lopatcong Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lopatcong Elementary School part of?
Lopatcong Elementary School is part of Lopatcong Township School District.
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