Serving 259 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rockaway Meadow Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rockaway Meadow Elementary School's student population of 259 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Rockaway Meadow 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 Rockaway Meadow Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#744 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
40%
11%
Hispanic
22%
34%
Black
2%
14%
White
35%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockaway Meadow Elementary School's ranking?
Rockaway Meadow Elementary School is ranked #744 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Rockaway Meadow Elementary School often compared to?
Rockaway Meadow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Troy Hills Elementary School, Northvail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Rockaway Meadow Elementary School?
259 students attend Rockaway Meadow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Rockaway Meadow Elementary School students are Asian, 35% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rockaway Meadow Elementary School?
Rockaway Meadow Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rockaway Meadow Elementary School offer ?
Rockaway Meadow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rockaway Meadow Elementary School part of?
Rockaway Meadow Elementary School is part of Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District.
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5 10/10/2025
Amazing staff and infrastructure, My kids are academically getting better and better each day. Proud !!
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