Serving 271 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lake Parsippany Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Parsippany Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lake Parsippany Elementary School's student population of 271 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Parsippany Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Parsippany Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#698 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
47%
10%
Hispanic
16%
32%
Black
2%
15%
White
31%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Parsippany Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Parsippany Elementary School is ranked #698 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lake Parsippany Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Parsippany Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview Elementary School, Hilldale School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lake Parsippany Elementary School?
271 students attend Lake Parsippany Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Lake Parsippany Elementary School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Parsippany Elementary School?
Lake Parsippany Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lake Parsippany Elementary School offer ?
Lake Parsippany Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lake Parsippany Elementary School part of?
Lake Parsippany Elementary School is part of Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District.
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