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Morris Hills High School

High School · Morris Hills Regional School District

520 WEST MAIN STREET, Rockaway, NJ 07866

Enrollment

1,141

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

6.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,080 of 2,466

In Rockaway

#7 of 8

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Morris Hills Regional School District

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Morris Hills High School

6.7/10

High School in Rockaway · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Morris Hills High School

Morris Hills High School is a public high school in Rockaway, NJ, part of Morris Hills Regional School District. Morris Hills High School serves approximately 1,141 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Morris Hills High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,080 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Morris Hills High School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

What's said publicly about Morris Hills High School

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Morris Hills High School is a comprehensive regional four-year public high school located in the borough of Rockaway, Morris County, New Jersey 1 . It serves students in grades nine through twelve and operates as one of two secondary schools within the Morris Hills Regional High School District 1 . The school draws its student body from Wharton, Rockaway Borough, and parts of Rockaway Township 1 . Incoming students transfer from Copeland Middle School, Alfred C. MacKinnon Middle School, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, and local private schools 1 .
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How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • NJ avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Morris Hills High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.1Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-11.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+4.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.8 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
College Readiness7.8Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate89%
AP Participation27.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,554
Chronic Absenteeism9.6%

Morris Hills High School — Students at Morris Hills High School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 71.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 33 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
95%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
98%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
38%
ELA
68%
2024
Math
66.3%
ELA
72.5%
2025
Math
46.3%
ELA
70%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.1/10.

How Morris Hills High School Compares

See how Morris Hills High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
56th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 3.2
Sports
23
11 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
116 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
27.8% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics23sports offered
11 boys'·12 girls'·53 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

520 WEST MAIN STREET, Rockaway, NJ 07866

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Morris Hills High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Academy for Mathematics Science and Engineering (rated 8.2/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Academy for Performing Arts (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Morris Knolls High School (rated 6.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Denville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rockaway, see our Rockaway schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Academy for Mathematics Science and Engineering Rockaway 0.0 mi 8.2
Birchwood Elementary School Dover 0.8 mi 4.5
Dover Middle School Dover 1.0 mi 6.3
East Dover Elementary School Dover 1.0 mi 5.2
BRIDGES TO LEARNING Rockaway 1.0 mi
Lincoln Elementary School Rockaway 1.1 mi 3.7
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Rockaway 1.1 mi 6.9
Academy for Performing Arts Rockaway 1.1 mi 7.0
Morris Knolls High School Denville 1.1 mi 6.6
DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY/DIOCESE Rockaway 1.3 mi 5.8
Dennis B O'Brien Elementary School Dover 1.6 mi 7.9
Stony Brook Elementary School Rockaway 1.8 mi 7.9
Copeland Middle School Rockaway 1.9 mi 8.4
Dover High School Dover 1.7 mi 5.2
Lakeview Elementary School Denville 1.9 mi 8.9
North Dover Elementary School Dover 1.7 mi 4.3
Academy Street Elementary School Dover 1.8 mi 3.8
Catherine A Dwyer Elementary School Wharton 2.3 mi 5.9
MORRIS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Denville 2.3 mi 6.6
Fernbrook School Randolph 2.5 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07866 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$123,828

Median Home Value

$434,200

Median Rent

$1,604/mo

Population

22,632

College Educated

50.2%

Homeownership

81%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.9%

Median Age

45.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Morris Hills High School

What grades does Morris Hills High School serve?

Morris Hills High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Morris Hills High School?

Morris Hills High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,141 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Morris Hills High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Morris Hills High School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Morris Hills High School rank in NJ?

Morris Hills High School ranks #1,080 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Morris Hills High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Morris Hills High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Morris Hills High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Morris Hills High School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Morris Hills High School a charter school?

No, Morris Hills High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Morris Hills High School a Title I school?

No, Morris Hills High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Morris Hills High School?

25.9% of students at Morris Hills High 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,141
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
116
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Morris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.6%
4-Year Graduation
89.0%

District

Morris Hills Regional School District
District Enrollment
2,654
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,554
District Rank
#1 of 2

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