Best Schools in Morristown, New Jersey
18 schools · 10 Elementary · 1 Middle · 5 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Morristown by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Alexander Hamilton
Elementary · Morris School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Normandy Park School
Elementary · Morris School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Unity Charter School
Elementary · Unity Charter School. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Morristown for 2026 are Alexander Hamilton (8.6/10), Normandy Park School (8.5/10), and Unity Charter School (8.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 15 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
18
10 public · 8 private
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$701,100
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
18
10 public · 8 private
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$701,100
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Morristown
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (15 of 18). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alexander Hamilton | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Normandy Park School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Unity Charter School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Sussex Avenue School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Frelinghuysen Middle School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 6 | The Red Oaks School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 7 | The Peck School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 8 | Thomas Jefferson School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 9 | Villa Walsh Academy | 7.0 / 10 |
| 10 | Shepard Preparatory High School | 6.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.0/10
- Median household income
- $149,462
- Median home value
- $701,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 68%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 62%
53% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Morristown compares
New Jersey rank
#99 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$149k
126% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
17
About Schools in Morristown, New Jersey
Morristown has 9 ranked public schools, averaging 7.2 out of 10. Five of those nine — 56% — score 7 or above, meaning the majority of options here clear a solid performance bar. The spread is tight, running from 7.1 at the low end to 8.7 at the top, so this is a city where the floor holds and the leader pulls meaningfully ahead of the pack.
Unity Charter School earns Morristown's highest rating at 8.7, a full point above the city average. Thomas Jefferson School follows at 8.3, giving the city two strong elementary-level options near the top. Lafayette Learning Center scores 7.6, and both Normandy Park and Hillcrest schools land at 7.1 — rounding out a top five that accounts for every above-7 school in the city.
Four of the five highest-rated schools are elementary level, which is the most useful framing for families with younger children. Parents thinking further ahead — to middle and high school — should research what falls outside Morristown's nine ranked schools and whether regional or district options extend the picture. The elementary story here is strong; the later-grades picture requires separate homework. That's worth knowing before choosing a neighborhood.
For parents doing city-to-city comparisons, Morristown's 7.2 average and 56% above-7 rate are both meaningful signals. This is not a city where one outlier carries the numbers — the majority of schools are genuinely performing. Unity Charter at 8.7 stands out as the top option, with Thomas Jefferson and Lafayette Learning Center adding real depth to the tier below. Before committing to any address, confirm current enrollment boundaries and grade configurations. Ratings show the range; your specific block determines which schools are actually available.
Elementary Schools
10 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 248 students · 3rd–5th | 8.6 | ||
| 2 | 361 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.5 | ||
| 3 | 244 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.2 | ||
| 4 | 336 students · 3rd–5th | 8.1 | ||
| 5 | 305 students · 3rd–5th | 7.4 | ||
| 6 | 268 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 6.5 | ||
| Private Schools 4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | The Red Oaks School
Private
167 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.6 | ||
| 2 | The Peck School
Private
345 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.5 | ||
| 3 | Assumption of the Bvm School
Private
363 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.1 | ||
| 4 | Cheder Lubavitch
Private
208 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.7 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,026 students · 6th–8th | 7.8 |
High Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,856 students · 9th–12th | 4.9 | ||
| Private Schools 4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Villa Walsh Academy
Private
199 students · 7th–12th | 7.0 | ||
| 2 | Shepard Preparatory High School
Private
55 students · 8th–12th | 6.8 | ||
| 3 | The Morristown Beard School
Private
616 students · 6th–12th | 6.3 | ||
| 4 | Delbarton School
Private
650 students · 7th–12th | 5.9 | ||
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 108 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.8 |
| 2 | 29 students · Pre-K–12th | — |
Schools in Morristown
Morristown, New Jersey · 18 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$149,462
Median Home Value
$701,100
Median Rent
$2,173/mo
Population
46,178
College Educated
68%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Community Profile
Morristown has a median household income of $149,462. It is a well-educated community where 68% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $701,100, with a median rent of $2,173/month. The local poverty rate of 6.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 10
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 5
- Other
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Morristown, New Jersey
How many schools are in Morristown, New Jersey?
Morristown has 18 schools, including 10 public and 8 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Morristown, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Morristown is 7.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Morristown, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Morristown on MySchoolScout is Alexander Hamilton with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Morristown, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Morristown on MySchoolScout is Alexander Hamilton with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Morristown, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in Morristown on MySchoolScout is Frelinghuysen Middle School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best high school in Morristown, New Jersey?
The top-ranked high school in Morristown on MySchoolScout is Villa Walsh Academy with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Morristown, New Jersey?
Morristown is served by 3 school districts: Unity Charter School, Morris School District, Educational Services Commission of Morris County.
What is the education level in Morristown, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 68% of adults in Morristown have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Morristown, New Jersey?
The median household income in Morristown is approximately $149,462 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Morristown, New Jersey?
Yes, Morristown has 8 private schools alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is The Red Oaks School with a score of 7.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Morristown, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Morristown is 8.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Morristown, New Jersey?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.