Serving 369 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 80-84% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northvail Elementary School's student population of 369 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northvail Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northvail Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#53 out of 2201 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
71%
10%
Hispanic
7%
33%
Black
5%
15%
White
13%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
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 #53 out of 2,201 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?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Northvail Elementary School?
369 students attend Northvail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Northvail Elementary School students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northvail Elementary School?
Northvail Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, 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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