Hanover Park High School is a four-year comprehensive public high school that serves students in ninth through twelfth grades from East Hanover Township and Florham Park, in Morris County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, operating as one of the two secondary schools of the Hanover Park Regional High School District.
Serving 713 students in grades 9-12, Hanover Park High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 713 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hanover Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Hanover Park High School's student population of 713 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
713 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Year Founded
1956
Colors
Black, Gold
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Hanover Park High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hanover Park High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#635 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
11%
34%
Black
6%
15%
White
72%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hanover Park High School's ranking?
Hanover Park High School is ranked #635 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hanover Park High School?
The graduation rate of Hanover Park High School is 95%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Hanover Park High School?
713 students attend Hanover Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Hanover Park High School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hanover Park High School?
Hanover Park High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hanover Park High School offer ?
Hanover Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hanover Park High School part of?
Hanover Park High School is part of Hanover Park Regional High School District.
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