LAKE HIAWATHA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lake Hiawatha Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District school district, located in Lake Hiawatha, NJ with about 395 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 33 teachers, Lake Hiawatha Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Lake Hiawatha Elementary School, located in the township of Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey, serves a diverse student body from kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Parsippany-Troy Hills School District, the school is recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and for fostering a supportive, inclusive environment. The faculty emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that integrates core subjects with social-emotional learning, aiming to prepare students for the academic challenges of middle school while encouraging personal growth and community involvement.

The school is well-regarded for its active parent-teacher association and strong sense of community, which help provide students with various extracurricular opportunities and enrichment programs. Its location on Lincoln Avenue places it at the heart of the Lake Hiawatha section of the township, making it a focal point for neighborhood engagement. With a focus on individualized instruction and the use of modern educational technology, the school strives to create a dynamic learning atmosphere that caters to the diverse needs and cultural backgrounds of its students.

For more information, contact Lake Hiawatha Elementary School at (973) 263-4344 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.