Very Good
#471 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 19% in state
Mountview Road School
Elementary School · Hanover Township School District
30 MOUNTVIEW ROAD, Morris Plains, NJ 07950
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#471 of 2,466
In Morris Plains
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Hanover Township School District
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Mountview Road School
Mountview Road School is a public elementary school in Morris Plains, NJ, part of Hanover Township School District. Mountview Road School serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountview Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #471 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Mountview Road School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Mountview Road School — Students at Mountview Road School score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
5.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.7/10.
How Mountview Road School Compares
See how Mountview Road School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
30 MOUNTVIEW ROAD, Morris Plains, NJ 07950
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountview Road School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Unity Charter School (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Morristown), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sussex Avenue School (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Morristown), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mountain Way School (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Morris Plains, see our Morris Plains schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PG CHAMBERS SCHOOL Cedar Knolls | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Morris Plains Borough School Morris Plains | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF MORRIS PLAINS Morris Plains | 1.7 mi | — |
| Unity Charter School Morristown | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Alfred Vail School Morris Plains | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| THE MORRISTOWN BEARD SCHOOL Morristown | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Salem Drive School Whippany | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Mountain Way School Morris Plains | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| WINSTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Whippany | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Brooklawn Middle School Parsippany | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Littleton Elementary School Parsippany | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Lafayette Learning Center Morristown | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Parsippany Hills High School Parsippany | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| THE RED OAKS SCHOOL Morristown | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Lake Parsippany Elementary School Parsippany | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| SHEPARD PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Morristown | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Whippany Park High School Whippany | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| ST ELIZABETH NURSERY & MONTESSORI SCHOOL Parsippany | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| INSPIRE KIDS Whippany | 2.0 mi | — |
| Sussex Avenue School Morristown | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
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
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEN PORAT YOSEF Paramus, NJ | 7.8 |
| Bragg Elementary School Chester, NJ | 7.8 |
| Central School Glen Rock, NJ | 7.8 |
| Community Park School Princeton, NJ | 7.8 |
| Ella G Clarke Elementary School Lakewood, NJ | 7.8 |
| Frank J Smith Elementary East Hanover, NJ | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountview Road School
What grades does Mountview Road School serve?
Mountview Road School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mountview Road School?
Mountview Road School has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountview Road School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountview Road School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mountview Road School rank in NJ?
Mountview Road School ranks #471 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Mountview Road School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountview Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Mountview Road School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountview Road School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mountview Road School a charter school?
No, Mountview Road School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mountview Road School a Title I school?
No, Mountview Road School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mountview Road School?
5.7% of students at Mountview Road 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 263
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 5.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.2%
- Phone
- (973) 637-1550
Resources & Links
District
Hanover Township School District- District Enrollment
- 1,235
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,190
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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