Serving 394 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Knollwood 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 38%). 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 14:1 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 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Knollwood Elementary School serves the northeast area of Parsippany, NJ, covering approximately 2.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knollwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Knollwood Elementary School's student population of 394 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
394 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Knollwood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knollwood Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#428 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
51%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Knollwood Elementary School's ranking?
Knollwood Elementary School is ranked #428 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Knollwood Elementary School often compared to?
Knollwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Hiawatha Elementary School, Intervale 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 38% NJ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Knollwood Elementary School?
394 students attend Knollwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Knollwood Elementary School students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knollwood Elementary School?
Knollwood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Knollwood Elementary School offer ?
Knollwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Knollwood Elementary School part of?
Knollwood Elementary School is part of Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Knollwood Elementary School located?
Knollwood 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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