Morris Catholic High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Morris Catholic High School is a coeducational college preparatory school, founded in 1957 as a regional high school of the Diocese of Paterson.
The student body is comprised of Catholic and non-Catholic students from 45 nearby communities of northwest New Jersey.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NJ School
School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 394 students
Yearly Tuition: $13,900
Acceptance rate: 40%
Average class size: 19 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 31 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Morris Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Cognia

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Morris Catholic High School
9	103
10	82
11	104
12	105

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Year Founded

1957

Colors

White, Blue, Navy Blue

Summer School Offered

Yes

Campus Size

18 acres

Student Body

Total Students

394 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

27%

State avg.: 40%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

40 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

65%

Average Class Size

19 students

Number of AP Courses

17 courses

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

White or blue Oxford button down shirt, navy or khaki pants, appropriate sweater or vest, any of the approved uniform shoes and ties for the gentleman.

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Dec. 31 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$13,900

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Acceptance Rate

40%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Ms. Amy Bauer

Admissions Associate

Mrs. Faith Sanson

Sports

Total Sports Offered

15 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

FencingFootball

GolfIce Hockey

LacrosseSoccer

SoftballTrack and Field

VolleyballWinter Track

Wrestling

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

29 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Anime ClubArt Club

Beta ClubBlankets for Babies

Campus MediaComputer Club

Concert BandDrama Club

FencingForensics

French ClubGerman Club

Guitar ClubHabitat for Humanity

Key ClubLiterary Magazine

Magna Corda Honors SocietyMath League

MC SingersMission Club

Mock TrialMusic Ministry

National Honor SocietyPeer Ministry

Performing Arts ClubRebel

Spanish ClubStudent Council Association

Yearbook

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School Notes

School Mascot: Crusaders

Leading the Way
One of the goals of Morris Catholic is to teach each student how to recognize his or her own potential for leadership through academics, Catholic identity, service, athletics or the arts. Here are the pillars of leadership that distinguish Morris Catholic as the place where leadership comes to life:
Catholic Identity
As a Catholic school with the Diocese of Paterson, Morris Catholic integrates the Catholic faith tradition into all all aspects of student life.As a Catholic school, we welcome those students who may not have been raised in the Catholic faith and at the same time, we strive to model and promote the Gospel of Jesus Christ as it has been passed on through the Tradition of the Roman Catholic Church. The Sisters of Christian Charity have taught at MCHS since its founding in 1957 and their convent was converted (in 2015) into Assumption College for Sisters. We are also staffed with two priests, our President and Chaplain. Along with the entire faculty and staff, our President, Fr. Peter Clarke and Principal, Mr. Robert Loia, ensure that the school`s Catholic identity is strong and vibrant.
Faculty & Staff
Teachers are the first direct models of leadership for students, and we seek to provide its students with the best. Morris Catholic employs a well-qualified team of nearly 50 devoted teachers and administrators, 70% of whom possess advanced degrees, staffs Morris Catholic. Visit the Faculty and Staff section of our website to get to know our teachers better.
School Environment
The school`s environment is rich with tradition, spirituality, respect, and warmth. Visitors often comment on their feeling welcomed and comfortable in our school. This sense of welcome and acceptance, coupled with a healthy awareness of order, make MCHS an ideal placement for the college-prep high school student.
Academic Excellence
Our graduates are accepted to and attend some of the finest colleges and universities in the United States. These statistics clearly reflect not just the fine academic program at MCHS, but the high caliber of the hardworking students that contribute to the community. Please visit our Graduation Statistics Page to see the type of colleges and universities our students are being accepted into, as well as scholarship statistics.
Beyond the Classroom
Morris Catholic has much available in terms of extra-curricular activities, which complement our well-defined, core academic program. Our Athletic Department offers sixteen varsity programs. In addition to Athletics, Morris Catholic offers more than two dozen clubs covering interests in government, economics, art, photography, podcasting, sewing, guitar and leadership.Morris Catholic sponsors a nationally-recognized performing arts program (Troupe 23) in which students have opportunities to participate in a Fall Drama, Spring Musical, and Summer Nationals. Visit theAthleticsandArtssections of the website to see what our talented students are doing, and to connect with these departments.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Morris Catholic High School cost?

Morris Catholic High School's tuition is approximately $13,900 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Morris Catholic High School?

The acceptance rate of Morris Catholic High School is 40%, which is lower than the national average of 78%. Morris Catholic High School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New Jersey with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Morris Catholic High School offer?

Morris Catholic High School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Fencing, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling. Morris Catholic High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for most sports offered.

What is Morris Catholic High School's ranking?

Morris Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Morris Catholic High School?

The application deadline for Morris Catholic High School is Dec. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Morris County, NJ is $23,325 for elementary schools and $27,721 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Morris County, NJ is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).