Serving 1,388 students in grades 9-12, Morris Knolls High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morris Knolls High School's student population of 1,388 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morris Knolls High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morris Knolls High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#591 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
19%
32%
Black
3%
15%
White
67%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morris Knolls High School's ranking?
Morris Knolls High School is ranked #591 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Morris Knolls High School often compared to?
Morris Knolls High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morris Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Morris Knolls High School?
The graduation rate of Morris Knolls High School is 91%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Morris Knolls High School?
1,388 students attend Morris Knolls High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Morris Knolls High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morris Knolls High School?
Morris Knolls High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Morris Knolls High School offer ?
Morris Knolls High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Morris Knolls High School part of?
Morris Knolls High School is part of Morris Hills Regional School District.
School Reviews
5 9/12/2012
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