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Central Park School
School · Educational Services Commission of Morris County
5 Jean Street, Morristown, NJ 07960
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Central Park School
Central Park School is a public school in Morristown, NJ, part of the Educational Services Commission of Morris County. The school serves approximately 29 students in grades Pre-K – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 4.8:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $149,462, where 68% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 29 students, Central Park School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 4.8:1, Central Park School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 29 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Address
- 5 Jean Street, Morristown, NJ 07960
- Phone
- (973) 539-9630
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
5 Jean Street, Morristown, NJ 07960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Central Park School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Unity Charter School (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away). Another option is Morris Plains Borough School (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Morris Plains). Additionally, Thomas Jefferson School (rated 8.4/10, 2.9 miles away). For more schools in Morristown, see our Morristown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Frelinghuysen Middle School Morristown | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| CHEDER LUBAVITCH Morristown | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Sussex Avenue School Morristown | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Mountain Way School Morris Plains | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Morris Plains Borough School Morris Plains | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Alfred Vail School Morris Plains | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| THE RED OAKS SCHOOL Morristown | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Alexander Hamilton Morristown | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Morristown High School Morristown | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| SHEPARD PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Morristown | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Lafayette Learning Center Morristown | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Hillcrest School Morristown | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| VILLA WALSH ACADEMY Morristown | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Unity Charter School Morristown | 2.3 mi | 8.5 |
| ASSUMPTION OF THE BVM SCHOOL Morristown | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Thomas Jefferson School Morristown | 2.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Mountview Road School Morris Plains | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Lakeview Elementary School Denville | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
| DELBARTON SCHOOL Morristown | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Shongum School Randolph | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$149,462
Median Home Value
$701,100
Median Rent
$2,173/mo
Population
46,178
College Educated
67.6%
Homeownership
61.9%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
39.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Central Park School 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Central Park School
What grades does Central Park School serve?
Central Park School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Central Park School?
Central Park School has an enrollment of approximately 29 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Park School?
The student-teacher ratio at Central Park School is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Central Park School a charter school?
No, Central Park School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Central Park School a Title I school?
No, Central Park School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Central Park School?
10.3% of students at Central Park School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,067/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Morristown). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 29
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.3%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Phone
- (973) 539-9630
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Educational Services Commission of Morris County- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $1,428,613
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