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 1,068 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 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,068 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- 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%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Northern Valley Regional High School At Old Tappan's student population of 1,068 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,068 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
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 0.62, 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
1%
n/a
Asian
33%
10%
Hispanic
12%
34%
Black
1%
15%
White
51%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
32%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
1,068 students attend Northern Valley Regional High School At Old Tappan.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Northern Valley Regional High School At Old Tappan students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 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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