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Whippany Park High School

#13 in Best Public High Schools in Morris County
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Whippany, NJ
  • 128 reviews
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    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A-
    2. Diversity
      B
    3. Teachers
      A-
    4. College Prep
      A-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A-
    6. Health & Safety
      A
    7. Administration
      A-
    8. Sports
      B+
    9. Food
      B+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B+
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    Whippany Park High School is a highly rated, public school located in Whippany, NJ. It has 703 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1. According to state test scores, 32% of students are at least proficient in math and 54% in reading.
    Address
    165 Whippany Road
    Whippany, NJ 07981
    Telephone
    (973) 887-3004
    Website
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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    54%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    32%
    Average Graduation Rate
    95%
    Average SAT
    1240
    176 responses
    Average ACT
    28
    55 responses
    AP Enrollment
    34%
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    Living in the Area
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C-
    2. Good for Families
      A
    3. Housing
      C+
    Median Household Income
    $116,020
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,980
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $485,600
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    93%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.15 responses
    Poll
    87%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.15 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 46 responses
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    • Winter Formal
      24%
    • Pep Rally
      20%
    • The Homecoming Football Game
      20%
    • Spirit Week
      17%
    • Concerts
      9%
    • Unplugged/Coffee House
      9%
    • Spirit Week
      2%

    Students

    Diversity
    B
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    703
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    4%
    83%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.18 responses
    78%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.18 responses
    78%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.18 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    14:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $73,064
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    13.7%
    55%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.20 responses
    70%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.20 responses
    55%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.20 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $21,685/ year
    National
    $12,239
    96%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.23 responses
    61%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.23 responses
    74%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.23 responses
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    Overall, WPHS is a typical suburban New Jersey school. Among all the teachers (who are mostly decent), there are a few excellent teachers, and the student culture seemed generally neutral. In terms of preparing students for college, those in higher-level classes (APs and Honors) are mostly well-prepared in terms of workload and curriculum. I personally liked that there was more student choice in what classes students take (compared to other schools), but one specific thing that could change is the placement of the required Personal Finance class - senior year, rather than freshman year, should be when students take it so that they are better-equipped for the financial hurdles brought on by college.
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    I have had a positive experience and most teachers have been very helpful. The academics are rigorous when you take honors and AP courses and present a challenge. There are also many student organizations to be a part of and football games are a large social event. The student body is relatively supportive and is small enough that the school is tight knit and you don’t see a new face everyday. The campus is easy to navigate. However, since it is such a small school, classes can be cut or moved to its sister school is attendance is low so that is an inconvenience.
    While a small school, its definitely a great learning environment. There are many teachers, especially the older ones, that really understand how students work. They also have a great array of extra curricular activities like the theater department, track and field, and the best one- the Marching band!