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#285 of 534 private schools in NJ
The Morristown Beard School
High School
70 WHIPPANY RD, Morristown, NJ 07960
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#285 of 534
In Morristown
#5 of 8
public schools
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The Morristown Beard School
High School in Morristown · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Morristown Beard School
The Morristown Beard School is a private high school in Morristown, NJ. The Morristown Beard School serves approximately 616 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. The Morristown Beard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #285 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 6.6:1 students to teachers, The Morristown Beard School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Morristown Beard School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Morristown Beard School compares to the 10 public schools in Morristown, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Morristown
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Morristown Beard School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Normandy Park School | 8.5 |
| Unity Charter School | 8.2 |
| Lafayette Learning Center | 5.8 |
| Morristown High School | 4.9 |
| Thomas Jefferson School | 7.4 |
| Alexander Hamilton | 8.6 |
| Sussex Avenue School | 8.1 |
| Hillcrest School | 6.5 |
| Frelinghuysen Middle School | 7.8 |
| Central Park School | — |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NJ.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NJ
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
70 WHIPPANY RD, Morristown, NJ 07960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Morristown Beard School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Whippany Park High School (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Whippany), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SHEPARD PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ACADEMY OF SAINT ELIZABETH (rated 6.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Convent Station), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Morristown, see our Morristown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Normandy Park School Morristown | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Salem Drive School Whippany | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Unity Charter School Morristown | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| PG CHAMBERS SCHOOL Cedar Knolls | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Woodland School Convent Station | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| ACADEMY OF SAINT ELIZABETH Convent Station | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| THE PECK SCHOOL Morristown | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Mountview Road School Morris Plains | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Whippany Park High School Whippany | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Lafayette Learning Center Morristown | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| WINSTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Whippany | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| ASSUMPTION OF THE BVM SCHOOL Morristown | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| ARROW ACADEMY Whippany | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| SHEPARD PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Morristown | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Alfred Vail School Morris Plains | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| THE RED OAKS SCHOOL Morristown | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Thomas Jefferson School Morristown | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| INSPIRE KIDS Whippany | 2.2 mi | — |
| Morristown High School Morristown | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Morris Plains Borough School Morris Plains | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Audubon Junior/Senior High School Audubon, NJ | 6.3 |
| Pitman Jr./Sr. High School Pitman, NJ | 6.3 |
| Shore Regional High School West Long Branch, NJ | 6.3 |
| Arts High School Newark, NJ | 6.2 |
| Lakeland Regional High School Wanaque, NJ | 6.2 |
| NEWARK ACADEMY Livingston, NJ | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Morristown Beard School
What grades does The Morristown Beard School serve?
The Morristown Beard School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend The Morristown Beard School?
The Morristown Beard School has an enrollment of approximately 616 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Morristown Beard School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Morristown Beard School is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Morristown Beard School rank in NJ?
The Morristown Beard School ranks #285 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is The Morristown Beard School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Morristown Beard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Morristown Beard School a private school?
Yes, The Morristown Beard School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Morristown Beard School a religious school?
No, The Morristown Beard School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 616
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 94
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 158 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Phone
- (973) 539-3032
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