Serving 383 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northvail Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northvail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Northvail Elementary School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northvail Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northvail Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#107 out of 2183 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
75%
10%
Hispanic
4%
32%
Black
5%
15%
White
14%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northvail Elementary School's ranking?
Northvail Elementary School is ranked #107 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Northvail Elementary School often compared to?
Northvail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockaway Meadow Elementary School, Troy Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Northvail Elementary School?
383 students attend Northvail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Northvail Elementary School students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northvail Elementary School?
Northvail Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Northvail Elementary School offer ?
Northvail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Northvail Elementary School part of?
Northvail Elementary School is part of Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District.
School Reviews
5 11/17/2009
Our school has a fantastic environment which encourages learning and at the same time allows children to be children. The prinicipal Mr. Martens has created an atmostphere of trust and safety for not only the children but parents also. My children are very happy and they enjoy going to school.
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