Serving 499 students in grades 4-5, Helen Morgan 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% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Helen Morgan School encompasses the entire Sparta school district, covering approximately 38.8 square miles in Sparta, NJ. Families typically drive 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 3.7 miles and the furthest edge located 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Helen Morgan School's student population of 499 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Helen Morgan School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helen Morgan School is 0.41, 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
#791 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helen Morgan School's ranking?
Helen Morgan School is ranked #791 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Helen Morgan School often compared to?
Helen Morgan Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Byram Lakes Elementary School, Mohawk Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Helen Morgan School?
499 students attend Helen Morgan School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Helen Morgan School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Helen Morgan School?
Helen Morgan School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Helen Morgan School offer ?
Helen Morgan School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Helen Morgan School part of?
Helen Morgan School is part of Sparta Township Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Helen Morgan School located?
Helen Morgan School is located in the Lake Mohawk neighborhood of Sparta, NJ. There are 2 other public schools located in Lake Mohawk.
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