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Whippany Park High School

High School · Hanover Park Regional High School District

165 WHIPPANY ROAD, Whippany, NJ 07981

Enrollment

594

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

6.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#947 of 2,466

In Whippany

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Hanover Park Regional High School District

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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6.9/10

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About Whippany Park High School

Whippany Park High School is a public high school in Whippany, NJ, part of Hanover Park Regional High School District. Whippany Park High School serves approximately 594 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Whippany Park High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #947 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Whippany Park High School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • NJ avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Whippany Park 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 Progress2.0Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-11.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+12.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)67% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-7.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
College Readiness9.3Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation44.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,226
Chronic Absenteeism10.1%

Whippany Park High School — Students at Whippany Park High School score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

3.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 73.0% (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
87%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
81%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
81%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
60.4%
ELA
82%
2025
Math
53.8%
ELA
65.2%

* 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: 2.0/10.

How Whippany Park High School Compares

See how Whippany Park High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
62th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 3.2
Sports
17
7 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
3%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
44.3% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics17sports offered
7 boys'·10 girls'·32 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 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

165 WHIPPANY ROAD, Whippany, NJ 07981

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Whippany Park High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Madison High School (rated 7.4/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores slightly higher. Another option is THE MORRISTOWN BEARD SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Morristown), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ACADEMY OF SAINT ELIZABETH (rated 6.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Convent Station), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Whippany, see our Whippany schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ARROW ACADEMY Whippany 0.4 mi 7.8
WINSTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Whippany 0.8 mi 6.5
Salem Drive School Whippany 0.6 mi 5.5
INSPIRE KIDS Whippany 0.8 mi
Memorial Junior School Whippany 1.0 mi 7.0
THE CALAIS SCHOOL Whippany 1.0 mi 6.9
PG CHAMBERS SCHOOL Cedar Knolls 1.3 mi 7.4
Bee Meadow School Whippany 1.5 mi 6.2
THE MORRISTOWN BEARD SCHOOL Morristown 1.5 mi 6.3
Normandy Park School Morristown 2.1 mi 8.5
Mountview Road School Morris Plains 2.0 mi 7.8
ACADEMY OF SAINT ELIZABETH Convent Station 2.5 mi 6.2
THE MONTESSORI CHILDRENS ACADEMY Florham Park 2.6 mi
Ridgedale Middle School Florham Park 2.8 mi 6.4
Unity Charter School Morristown 2.3 mi 8.2
Madison High School Madison 3.2 mi 7.4
Troy Hills Elementary School Parsippany 3.0 mi 9.2
Lake Parsippany Elementary School Parsippany 3.3 mi 5.4
Eastlake Elementary School Parsippany 3.3 mi 5.3
APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF MORRIS PLAINS Morris Plains 3.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07981 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$153,329

Median Home Value

$611,300

Median Rent

$2,619/mo

Population

8,908

College Educated

55%

Homeownership

88.9%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

49.4

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Kittatinny Regional High School Newton, NJ 7.0
Verona High School Verona, NJ 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Whippany Park High School

What grades does Whippany Park High School serve?

Whippany Park High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Whippany Park High School?

Whippany Park High School has an enrollment of approximately 594 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Whippany Park High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Whippany Park High School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Whippany Park High School rank in NJ?

Whippany Park High School ranks #947 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Whippany Park High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Whippany Park High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Whippany Park High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Whippany Park High School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Whippany Park High School a charter school?

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

Is Whippany Park High School a Title I school?

No, Whippany Park High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whippany Park High School?

3.4% of students at Whippany Park 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
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Free/Reduced Lunch
3.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Morris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.1%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Hanover Park Regional High School District
District Enrollment
1,331
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,226
District Rank
#2 of 2

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