Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan is a comprehensive four-year public high school serving students in ninth through twelfth grades from the suburban communities of Harrington Park, Northvale, Norwood and Old Tappan in Bergen County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey.
Serving 1,086 students in grades 9-12, Northern Valley Regional High School At Old Tappan 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 56% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,086 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan serves the northern part of its school district in Westwood, NJ, covering an area of approximately 10.3 square miles. Most students live within a short drive of the school, typically between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Valley Regional High School At Old Tappan ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northern Valley Regional High School At Old Tappan's student population of 1,086 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,086 students
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Northern Valley Regional High School At Old Tappan 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 Northern Valley Regional High School At Old Tappan is 0.65, 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
#493 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
34%
11%
Hispanic
15%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
47%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
85%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Knights
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Valley Regional High School At Old Tappan's ranking?
Northern Valley Regional High School At Old Tappan is ranked #493 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Northern Valley Regional High School At Old Tappan often compared to?
Northern Valley Regional High School At Old Tappanis often viewed alongside schools like Northern Valley Regional High School At Demarest by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northern Valley Regional High School At Old Tappan?
The graduation rate of Northern Valley Regional High School At Old Tappan is 98%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Northern Valley Regional High School At Old Tappan?
1,086 students attend Northern Valley Regional High School At Old Tappan.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Northern Valley Regional High School At Old Tappan students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northern Valley Regional High School At Old Tappan?
Northern Valley Regional High School At Old Tappan has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Northern Valley Regional High School At Old Tappan offer ?
Northern Valley Regional High School At Old Tappan offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northern Valley Regional High School At Old Tappan part of?
Northern Valley Regional High School At Old Tappan is part of Northern Valley Regional High School District.
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