Serving 82 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Morris Goodwin School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morris Goodwin School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Morris Goodwin School's student population of 82 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
82 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morris Goodwin School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morris Goodwin School is 0.42, 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
#1049 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
10%
33%
Black
15%
15%
White
74%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morris Goodwin School's ranking?
Morris Goodwin School is ranked #1049 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Morris Goodwin School often compared to?
Morris Goodwin Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopewell Crest, Stow Creek Township School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Morris Goodwin School?
82 students attend Morris Goodwin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Morris Goodwin School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morris Goodwin School?
Morris Goodwin School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Morris Goodwin School offer ?
Morris Goodwin School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Morris Goodwin School part of?
Morris Goodwin School is part of Greenwich Township School District.
School Reviews
5 9/27/2010
MGS is a great school and an example of why small class sizes are without equal. The teacher to student ratio is similar to a private school setting affording each student the needed time to obtain the best education possible. The close tie with and support from the community shows the kids that they are believed in and entrusted with the future. You won't find a more dedicated public school community.
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