Serving 1,084 students in grades 9-12, West Morris Central High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 18% 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: 1,084 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Morris Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Morris Central High School's student population of 1,084 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,084 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Morris Central High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Morris Central High School is 0.32, 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
#216 out of 2183 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
10%
32%
Black
1%
15%
White
82%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
30%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Morris Central High School's ranking?
West Morris Central High School is ranked #216 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are West Morris Central High School often compared to?
West Morris Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Morris Mendham High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Morris Central High School?
The graduation rate of West Morris Central High School is 96%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend West Morris Central High School?
1,084 students attend West Morris Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of West Morris Central High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Morris Central High School?
West Morris Central High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Morris Central High School offer ?
West Morris Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Morris Central High School part of?
West Morris Central High School is part of West Morris Regional High School District.
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