Serving 1,023 students in grades 9-12, West Morris Central 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 51% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,023 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Morris Central High School's student population of 1,023 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,023 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
School Rankings
West Morris Central High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Morris Central High School is 0.39, 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
#537 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
13%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
77%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
32%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Morris Central High School's ranking?
West Morris Central High School is ranked #537 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Morris Central High School?
The graduation rate of West Morris Central High School is 91%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend West Morris Central High School?
1,023 students attend West Morris Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of West Morris Central High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% 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 12:1, which is higher than 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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