MORRIS PLAINS BOROUGH SCHOOL

Morris Plains Borough School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Morris Plains School District school district, located in MORRIS PLAINS, NJ with about 368 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 40 teachers, Morris Plains Borough School has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Morris Plains Borough School District is a high-performing, community-centered public school system located in Morris County, New Jersey. The district serves students from preschool through eighth grade across two primary buildings: Mountain Way School (serving Pre-K through Grade 2) and Borough School (serving Grades 3 through 8). Known for its commitment to academic excellence, the district emphasizes a well-rounded education that balances rigorous core curricula with opportunities in the arts, technology, and extracurricular activities.

The district prides itself on maintaining a supportive, small-town atmosphere where educators, students, and parents work collaboratively to foster student success. Beyond academics, the school places a strong focus on character development and social-emotional learning, aiming to prepare students for the transition to high school—typically at Morristown High School—and beyond. With its focus on innovation and personalized instruction, Morris Plains Borough School is widely regarded as a cornerstone of the local community, dedicated to cultivating lifelong learners.

For more information, contact Morris Plains Borough School at (973) 538-1650 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.