Knollwood Elementary School

Summary:

Knollwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey, serving 358 students in grades K-5. It is part of the Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District, which is ranked 109 out of 615 school districts in the state and has a 4-star rating.

Knollwood stands out for its high percentage of Asian students (55.59%), significantly more than nearby schools in the area. The school also consistently performs well on state assessments, with a high percentage of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics across grades 3-5, often exceeding district and state averages. Knollwood ranks very highly (top 20 in the state) in supporting its English Language Learner (ELL) student population, and its low socioeconomic status (SES) students perform well, ranking in the top 15% of New Jersey elementary schools for this subgroup.

While Knollwood generally outperforms nearby schools in the Parsippany-Troy Hills district, Northvail Elementary School stands out as an exceptional performer, ranking in the top 3% of New Jersey elementary schools. Knollwood's Asian and White student subgroups perform very well, ranking in the top 15% and top 10% of New Jersey elementary schools, respectively, but the Hispanic and Special Education student subgroups perform less strongly. Despite this, Knollwood achieves strong academic outcomes with a lower spending per student ($9,117 in 2018-2019) compared to some nearby schools.


Detail:

Public K-5

 445 Knoll Road
       Lake Hiawatha, NJ  07034


(973) 263-7060

District: Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
224th of 1,342 New Jersey Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $9,117 Help


Students who attend Knollwood Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Central Middle School
High:    Parsippany High School

Student/teacher ratio:  11.5 Help
Number of students:  358

Racial breakdown:

Asian:
55.6%
White:
21.2%
Hispanic:
14.5%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  21.8% Help


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Compare Details Knollwood Elementary School ranks better than 83.3% of elementary schools in New Jersey. It also ranks 7th among 10 ranked elementary schools in the Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 83.2. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Knollwood Elementary School is diverse. Racial makeup is: Asian (55.6%), White (21.2%), Hispanic (14.5%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 21.8% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Knollwood Elementary School is 11.5, which is the 4th best among 10 elementary schools in the Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Knollwood Elementary School is $9,117. 8 elementary schools in the Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2023 Rankings:

Knollwood Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Knollwood Elementary School 224th of 1342 New Jersey public elementary schools. (See Knollwood Elementary School in the ranking list.)

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Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District 109th of 615 New Jersey school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Knollwood Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Knollwood Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2003 47.29 753rd 1204 37.5%
2004 68.03 500th 1298 61.5%
2005 59.19 694th 1303 46.7%
2006 62.58 649th 1314 50.6%
2007 60.38 703rd 1329 47.1%
2008 63.10 616th 1338 54.0%
2009 63.96 588th 1346 56.3%
2010 68.47 489th 1354 63.9%
2011 71.66 421st 1360 69.0%
2012 73.94 398th 1363 70.8%
2013 75.78 349th 1367 74.5%
2014 78.30 280th 1363 79.5%
2015 76.43 336th 1357 75.2%
2016 70.94 424th 1346 68.5%
2017 73.90 388th 1352 71.3%
2018 78.02 299th 1353 77.9%
2019 79.65 282nd 1360 79.3%
2021 69.54 355th 1317 73.0%
2022 79.17 300th 1345 77.7%
2023 83.20 224th 1342 83.3%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Knollwood Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 96.25 19th 434 95.6%
2019 98.01 18th 463 96.1%
2021 90.29 35th 411 91.5%
2022 96.59 28th 489 94.3%
2023 98.24 20th 499 96.0%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Knollwood Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 68.67 258th 1001 74.2%
2021 41.23 451st 868 48.0%
2022 50.78 385th 949 59.4%
2023 29.31 626th 958 34.7%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Knollwood Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 76.15 161st 942 82.9%
2019 75.74 141st 948 85.1%
2021 59.15 241st 839 71.3%
2022 66.22 212th 863 75.4%
2023 75.84 138th 910 84.8%
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Rank History for Female students at Knollwood Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 80.02 243rd 1333 81.8%
2019 80.34 233rd 1331 82.5%
2021 74.30 267th 1290 79.3%
2022 81.71 240th 1326 81.9%
2023 86.98 144th 1318 89.1%
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Rank History for Male students at Knollwood Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 74.30 353rd 1334 73.5%
2019 77.40 289th 1335 78.4%
2021 63.56 413th 1297 68.2%
2022 74.08 334th 1324 74.8%
2023 78.04 282nd 1315 78.6%
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Rank History for Asian students at Knollwood Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 43.98 222nd 370 40.0%
2019 54.46 173rd 370 53.2%
2021 34.46 249th 339 26.5%
2022 40.69 224th 348 35.6%
2023 59.65 147th 346 57.5%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Knollwood Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 93.48 37th 870 95.7%
2019 79.27 134th 899 85.1%
2021 43.25 460th 896 48.7%
2022 60.49 311th 953 67.4%
2023 38.96 574th 982 41.5%
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Rank History for White students at Knollwood Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 58.31 451st 1022 55.9%
2019 53.79 484th 1023 52.7%
2021 35.83 642nd 964 33.4%
2022 65.60 318th 976 67.4%
2023 85.68 95th 975 90.3%
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Data source: test scores: New Jersey Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: New Jersey Department of Education

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Reviews:
by a parent
Thursday, June 21, 2018

Open Quote It was a not to happy place. I have been though a tough phase. Close Quote


by a parent
Sunday, February 2, 2014

Open Quote My son attends this school and is thriving. The teachers are very caring and respectful towards the students. They make sure to communicate everything with the parents. The parents are thus very involve. The students receive a solid education, in my opinion. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Knollwood Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 252 16 40 12 3 n/a n/a 0 323
1989 236 16 55 15 0 n/a n/a 0 322
1990 208 21 55 22 2 n/a n/a 0 308
1991 220 19 55 23 1 n/a n/a 0 318
1992 229 12 46 22 0 n/a n/a 0 309
1993 255 6 49 25 0 n/a n/a 0 335
1994 249 6 58 17 0 n/a n/a 0 330
1995 277 7 54 22 1 n/a n/a 0 361
1996 277 7 54 22 1 n/a n/a 0 361
1998 278 7 56 24 1 n/a n/a 0 366
1999 307 10 59 32 1 n/a n/a 0 409
2000 286 10 60 35 1 n/a n/a 0 392
2001 264 5 61 33 0 n/a n/a 0 363
2002 240 10 105 31 0 n/a n/a 0 386
2003 240 10 105 31 0 n/a n/a 0 386
2004 218 5 91 31 0 n/a n/a 0 345
2005 190 7 93 31 0 n/a n/a 0 321
2006 180 6 94 30 0 n/a n/a 0 310
2007 169 8 114 26 0 n/a n/a 0 317
2008 173 9 119 29 0 n/a n/a 0 330
2009 174 8 115 34 0 0 0 0 331
2010 169 10 147 38 0 2 2 0 368
2011 160 9 124 32 0 3 1 0 329
2012 147 7 124 34 0 1 4 0 317
2013 133 7 124 44 0 1 4 0 313
2014 137 8 129 51 0 1 4 0 330
2015 136 7 141 62 0 0 5 0 351
2016 130 7 156 65 1 0 6 0 365
2017 121 7 167 61 1 0 10 0 367
2018 112 6 212 57 0 0 14 0 401
2019 105 4 230 61 0 0 14 0 414
2020 93 4 230 58 0 0 17 0 402
2021 75 3 233 55 0 1 19 0 386
2022 72 5 225 55 3 0 20 0 380
2023 76 6 199 52 3 0 22 0 358

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Knollwood Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 323 20.0 16.1 n/a
1989 322 21.0 15.3 n/a
1990 308 21.0 14.6 2.9
1991 318 20.0 15.9 1.6
1992 309 18.0 17.1 3.2
1993 335 19.0 17.6 5.4
1994 330 20.0 16.5 4.2
1995 361 19.5 18.5 10.5
1996 361 19.5 18.5 10.5
1998 366 22.5 16.3 7.1
1999 409 21.5 19.0 5.9
2000 392 21.5 18.2 5.9
2001 363 21.7 16.7 9.4
2002 386 23.0 16.8 12.2
2003 386 23.0 16.8 12.2
2004 345 22.5 15.3 15.7
2005 321 21.0 15.3 n/a
2006 310 21.0 14.8 16.8
2007 317 20.0 15.9 14.5
2008 330 17.0 19.4 16.1
2009 331 28.2 10.0 18.7
2010 368 18.0 20.4 17.4
2011 329 17.0 19.3 19.1
2012 317 22.7 13.9 23.3
2013 313 26.2 11.9 27.5
2014 330 25.2 13.0 32.1
2015 351 25.0 14.0 30.5
2016 365 26.0 14.0 31.2
2017 367 27.4 13.3 29.4
2018 401 31.1 12.8 23.2
2019 414 30.7 13.4 19.6
2020 402 29.6 13.5 21.4
2021 386 31.0 12.4 23.6
2022 380 31.5 12.0 19.2
2023 358 30.9 11.5 21.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Knollwood Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 323 20.0 16.1 n/a
1989 322 21.0 15.3 n/a
1990 308 21.0 14.6 2.9
1991 318 20.0 15.9 1.6
1992 309 18.0 17.1 3.2
1993 335 19.0 17.6 5.4
1994 330 20.0 16.5 4.2
1995 361 19.5 18.5 10.5
1996 361 19.5 18.5 10.5
1998 366 22.5 16.3 7.1
1999 409 21.5 19.0 5.9
2000 392 21.5 18.2 5.9
2001 363 21.7 16.7 9.4
2002 386 23.0 16.8 12.2
2003 386 23.0 16.8 12.2
2004 345 22.5 15.3 15.7
2005 321 21.0 15.3 n/a
2006 310 21.0 14.8 16.8
2007 317 20.0 15.9 14.5
2008 330 17.0 19.4 16.1
2009 331 28.2 10.0 18.7
2010 368 18.0 20.4 17.4
2011 329 17.0 19.3 19.1
2012 317 22.7 13.9 23.3
2013 313 26.2 11.9 27.5
2014 330 25.2 13.0 32.1
2015 351 25.0 14.0 30.5
2016 365 26.0 14.0 31.2
2017 367 27.4 13.3 29.4
2018 401 31.1 12.8 23.2
2019 414 30.7 13.4 19.6
2020 402 29.6 13.5 21.4
2021 386 31.0 12.4 23.6
2022 380 31.5 12.0 19.2
2023 358 30.9 11.5 21.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Knollwood Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $161 (1.8%) $8,956 (98.2%) $9,117

Data source: New Jersey Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Knollwood Elementary School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 282nd of 1360 Elementary schoolsRanks 224th of 1342 Elementary schools
 4%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Knollwood Elementary School)81.477.4
 4%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District)65.770.6
 4.9%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (New Jersey)50.242
 8.2%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Knollwood Elementary School)8574.2
 10.8%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District)75.475.3
 0.1%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (New Jersey)55.145.9
 9.2%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Knollwood Elementary School)77.370.9
 6.4%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District)75.475.5
 0.1%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (New Jersey)57.451.3
 6.1%
4th Grade Mathematics (Knollwood Elementary School)63.668.6
 5%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District)73.774.1
 0.4%
   4th Grade Mathematics (New Jersey)5144.3
 6.7%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Knollwood Elementary School)71.260.7
 10.5%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District)76.974
 2.9%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (New Jersey)57.953.2
 4.7%
5th Grade Mathematics (Knollwood Elementary School)56.760.7
 4%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District)68.967.1
 1.8%
   5th Grade Mathematics (New Jersey)46.840.1
 6.7%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students414358
 13.5%
African American46
 50%
American Indian03
Asian230199
 13.5%
Hispanic6152
 14.8%
Pacific Islander00
White10576
 27.6%
Two or More Races1422
 57.1%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients19.6%21.8%
 2.2%


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Students at Knollwood Elementary School are 56% Asian, 21% White, 15% Hispanic, 6% Two or more races, 2% African American.

Knollwood Elementary School ranks 224th of 1342 New Jersey elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Knollwood Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Central Middle School
High : Parsippany High School

In the 2022-23 school year, 358 students attended Knollwood Elementary School.


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