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Mount Olive High School

High School · Mount Olive Township School District

18 COREY ROAD, Flanders, NJ 07836

Enrollment

1,511

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

5.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,660 of 2,466

In Flanders

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Mount Olive Township School District

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Mount Olive High School

5.7/10

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

Tinc Rd. Elementary School

7.7/10

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6.7/10

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About Mount Olive High School

Mount Olive High School is a public high school in Flanders, NJ, part of Mount Olive Township School District. Mount Olive High School serves approximately 1,511 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Olive High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,660 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Mount Olive High School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with NJ schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • NJ avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.6Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-16.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-16 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.9 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-13.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
College Readiness9.8Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation86.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,383
Chronic Absenteeism16.7%

Mount Olive High School — Students at Mount Olive High School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 76.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 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
81%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
97%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
97%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
84%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
85%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
78%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
31%
ELA
66%
2024
Math
48.3%
ELA
73.7%
2025
Math
25.5%
ELA
64.1%

* 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: 1.6/10.

How Mount Olive High School Compares

See how Mount Olive High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
33th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.2/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 3.2
Sports
23
11 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
117 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
86.6% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics23sports offered
11 boys'·12 girls'·44 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

18 COREY ROAD, Flanders, NJ 07836

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mount Olive High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Roxbury High School (rated 7.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Succasunna), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Morris Central High School (rated 6.9/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Chester), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Athletic Training and Physical Therapy (rated 5.5/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Succasunna), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Flanders, see our Flanders schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Tinc Rd. Elementary School Flanders 0.9 mi 7.7
Chester M. Stephens Elementary School Budd Lake 0.7 mi 6.7
Mountain View Elementary School Flanders 2.4 mi 8.8
Mount Olive Middle School Budd Lake 2.0 mi 6.0
Netcong Elementary School Netcong 2.9 mi 5.8
Jefferson Elementary School Succasunna 2.7 mi 8.1
West Morris Central High School Chester 3.5 mi 6.9
AMERICAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Succasunna 2.8 mi 7.5
Valley Road School Stanhope 4.0 mi 8.0
Sandshore Rd. Elementary School Budd Lake 3.1 mi 8.2
Kennedy Elementary School Succasunna 3.1 mi 4.1
Lenape Valley Regional High School Stanhope 4.3 mi 5.4
Benedict A. Cucinella School Long Valley 3.6 mi 8.1
THE BEANSTALK ACADEMY Landing 4.2 mi
Athletic Training and Physical Therapy Succasunna 3.8 mi 5.5
Roxbury High School Succasunna 3.8 mi 7.7
ST THERESE SCHOOL Succasunna 3.9 mi 4.7
Hopatcong Middle School Hopatcong 4.8 mi 6.3
Black River Middle School Chester 4.8 mi 7.8
Byram Lakes Elementary School Stanhope 5.2 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07836 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$154,743

Median Home Value

$517,800

Median Rent

$1,872/mo

Population

12,104

College Educated

51.5%

Homeownership

67%

Avg Commute

33.4 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

44

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mount Olive High School

What grades does Mount Olive High School serve?

Mount Olive High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Mount Olive High School?

Mount Olive High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,511 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Olive High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mount Olive High School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mount Olive High School rank in NJ?

Mount Olive High School ranks #1,660 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Mount Olive High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mount Olive High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Mount Olive High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Olive High School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mount Olive High School a charter school?

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

Is Mount Olive High School a Title I school?

No, Mount Olive High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Olive High School?

17.3% of students at Mount Olive 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,511
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
117
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Morris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.7%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

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