Serving 398 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). 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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Morris Plains Borough School's student population of 398 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
398 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Morris Plains Borough School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morris Plains Borough School is 0.53, 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
#451 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
38%
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
9%
11%
Hispanic
18%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
66%
37%
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
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
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 #451 out of 2,184 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?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
398 students attend Morris Plains Borough School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Morris Plains Borough School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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