Serving 534 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Northvale ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northvale ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Northvale ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School's student population of 534 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Northvale ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northvale ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#545 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
38%
10%
Hispanic
15%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
41%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northvale ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School's ranking?
Northvale ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School is ranked #545 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Northvale ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School often compared to?
Northvale ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrington Park School, Norwood ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Northvale ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School?
534 students attend Northvale ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Northvale ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School students are White, 38% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northvale ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School?
Northvale ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Northvale ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School offer ?
Northvale ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northvale ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School part of?
Northvale ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School is part of Northvale ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District.
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