Morristown-Beard Ranked #1 in NJ for Athletes

Morristown-Beard School is the top-rated private high school in New Jersey for athletes according to the 2018 Niche best school rankings released on February 6th. MBS also ranked 29th in the nation for athletes according to the study.

The study is compiled mainly through data from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of questionnaire reviews by students and parents from New Jersey and states across the nation, according to Niche.com’s website. The largest factors in producing the sports rankings are input from parent and student surveys on sports, followed by total high school enrollment, the number of sports offered, and participation in sports, according to the website.

“I am very proud of our athletic department and the entire Morristown-Beard School community for our #1 ranking among private schools in New Jersey,” said MBS Athletic Director Joanne Dzama. “At MBS, athletics is an integral part of the life of the School, and we encourage all students to try out for a team, whether they are an accomplished athlete or new to a sport. Our goal is to support all of our student-athletes who have an interest in participating. Our program is not only inclusive, but also excellent, vying consistently for conference and state titles and sending multiple athletes to NCAA Division I programs each year.”

At Morristown-Beard School, 83 percent of Upper School students play at least one sport, and 20 percent of students participate in athletics all three seasons. Counting teams at the varsity, JV, freshman and Middle School levels, Morristown-Beard School fields some 50 squads in 20 sports. “Our high participation numbers are a testament to the quality of our coaches, our dedicated parents, and our amazing students who are committed to their athletic and academic experience at MBS,” said Ms. Dzama.

“We strive to employ and retain the highest quality coaches who spearhead our athletic programs,” Ms. Dzama continued. “Our coaches are the ones who provide an amazing athletic experience for our students, preparing them each and every day for high-level competition. In addition, many of our head coaches also serve as faculty members. As a result, what happens on the playing field every afternoon becomes a natural extension of the learning day.”

Morristown-Beard School enjoys a rich history and recently celebrated its 125th anniversary in 2016. The School enrolls 550 students in grades 6-12, representing more than 100 towns. Through the years, MBS has maintained a personal approach to education and a steadfast commitment to preparing students for academic and personal success.