Serving 391 students in grades 3-8, Morris Plains Borough School ranks in the top 30% 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 54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morris Plains Borough School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Morris Plains Borough School's student population of 391 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morris Plains Borough School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morris Plains Borough School is 0.54, 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
#562 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
17%
34%
Black
5%
15%
White
65%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morris Plains Borough School's ranking?
Morris Plains Borough School is ranked #562 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Morris Plains Borough School?
391 students attend Morris Plains Borough School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Morris Plains Borough School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morris Plains Borough School?
Morris Plains Borough School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Morris Plains Borough School offer ?
Morris Plains Borough School offers enrollment in grades 3-8
What school district is Morris Plains Borough School part of?
Morris Plains Borough School is part of Morris Plains School District.
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