- Morris Hills High School — 4.0 mi · Grades 9–12 · 1,140 students
- Morris Knolls High School — 5.1 mi · Grades 9–12 · 1,450 students
| Metric | Morris Hills Regional School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 2,673 | 3,544 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 2 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $35,478/yr | $17,619/yr | ↑ 101% above avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 8/10 — Good | — | Above average |
Zip code 07885 is not served by one district for every grade. Wharton Borough School District runs pre-kindergarten through 8th grade for this area. For grades 9–12 it is served by Morris Hills Regional School District, which heads this page.
| GRADES | DISTRICT | RATING |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-K–8 Elementary & middle | Wharton Borough School District 701 students · 2 schools | 4/10 |
| 9–12 High school | Morris Hills Regional School District 2,673 students · 2 schools | 8/10 |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morris Hills Regional School District (this district) | 8/10 | 70th | 2,673 |
| Mount Arlington Borough School District | 7/10 | 68th | 343 |
| Roxbury Township School District | 5/10 | 40th | 3,452 |
| Dover Town School District | 2/10 | 13th | 3,603 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 321 rated districts in NJ → 70th percentile → 8/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2021–22 school year. Full methodology →
About Morris Hills Regional School District
Families in zip code 07885 (Wharton, New Jersey) are assigned to Morris Hills Regional School District for public education through 12th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Understanding the 8/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Morris Hills Regional School District 8 out of 10 — above average among New Jersey public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2021–22 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because New Jersey is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Morris Hills Regional School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in New Jersey. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 07885
Children in zip code 07885 are assigned to Morris Hills Regional School District for public school enrollment, covering grades 9th – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 07885, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Morris Hills Regional School District at (973)664-2280 or visit www.mhrd.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — New Jersey districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Wharton
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Morris Hills Regional School District serves zip code 07885, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 07885. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In New Jersey, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Morris Hills Regional School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 07885.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Morris Hills Regional School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 07885 data.