Very Good
#535 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 22% in state
Based on limited data
Mountain Way School
Elementary School · Morris Plains School District
205 Mountain Way, Morris Plains, NJ 07950
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NJ statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#535 of 2,466
In Morris Plains
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Morris Plains School District
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Mountain Way School
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About Mountain Way School
Mountain Way School is a public elementary school in Morris Plains, NJ, part of Morris Plains School District. Mountain Way School serves approximately 209 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain Way School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #535 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Mountain Way School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Mountain Way School Compares
See how Mountain Way School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
205 Mountain Way, Morris Plains, NJ 07950
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain Way School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lakeview Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Denville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alexander Hamilton (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Morristown), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Unity Charter School (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Morristown), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Morris Plains, see our Morris Plains schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Morris Plains Borough School Morris Plains | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Alfred Vail School Morris Plains | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Frelinghuysen Middle School Morristown | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Central Park School Morristown | 1.2 mi | — |
| Sussex Avenue School Morristown | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| THE RED OAKS SCHOOL Morristown | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Mountview Road School Morris Plains | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Lafayette Learning Center Morristown | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| SHEPARD PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Morristown | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| CHEDER LUBAVITCH Morristown | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Morristown High School Morristown | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Alexander Hamilton Morristown | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Unity Charter School Morristown | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Littleton Elementary School Parsippany | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Mount Tabor Elementary School Mount Tabor | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF MORRIS PLAINS Morris Plains | 2.1 mi | — |
| Parsippany Hills High School Parsippany | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Lakeview Elementary School Denville | 2.6 mi | 8.9 |
| PG CHAMBERS SCHOOL Cedar Knolls | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| ST ELIZABETH NURSERY & MONTESSORI SCHOOL Parsippany | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07950 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,469
Median Home Value
$571,300
Median Rent
$2,549/mo
Population
21,576
College Educated
65.2%
Homeownership
75.5%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
45.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CEDAR HILL PREP SCHOOL Somerset, NJ | 7.7 |
| Cambridge Park Elementary School Aberdeen, NJ | 7.7 |
| County Road School Demarest, NJ | 7.7 |
| Eldridge Park School Lawrenceville, NJ | 7.7 |
| GOLDA OCH ACADEMY West Orange, NJ | 7.7 |
| John Hydock Elementary School Columbus, NJ | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain Way School
What grades does Mountain Way School serve?
Mountain Way School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Mountain Way School?
Mountain Way School has an enrollment of approximately 209 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain Way School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain Way School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mountain Way School rank in NJ?
Mountain Way School ranks #535 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Mountain Way School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountain Way School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mountain Way School a charter school?
No, Mountain Way School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mountain Way School a Title I school?
No, Mountain Way School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mountain Way School?
12.4% of students at Mountain Way 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 209
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.5%
- Phone
- (973) 538-0339
Resources & Links
District
Morris Plains School District- District Enrollment
- 601
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,486
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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