Serving 295 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Netcong 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 40-44% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Netcong Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Netcong, NJ, encompassing approximately 1 square mile. Families within this area typically drive about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.1 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Netcong Elementary School's student population of 295 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Netcong, a tradition to nurture, inspire, empower, and achieve by all, for all.
School Rankings
Netcong Elementary 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 Netcong Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#848 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
11%
Hispanic
53%
35%
Black
7%
14%
White
35%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Netcong Elementary School's ranking?
Netcong Elementary School is ranked #848 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Netcong Elementary School often compared to?
Netcong Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandshore Rd. Elementary School, Aaron Decker School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Netcong Elementary School?
295 students attend Netcong Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Netcong Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Netcong Elementary School?
Netcong Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Netcong Elementary School offer ?
Netcong Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Netcong Elementary School part of?
Netcong Elementary School is part of Netcong School District.
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