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New Milford High School

High School · New Milford Public School District

330 River Road, New Milford, NJ 07646

Enrollment

580

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,201 of 2,466

In New Milford

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

New Milford Public School District

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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About New Milford High School

New Milford High School is a public high school in New Milford, NJ, part of New Milford Public School District. New Milford High School serves approximately 580 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. New Milford High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,201 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for New Milford High School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • NJ avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-7.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.4% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-2.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.7 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
College Readiness8.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation22.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,724
Chronic Absenteeism1.6%

New Milford High School — Students at New Milford High School score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 73.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 32 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2024
Math
50.8%
ELA
68.6%
2025
Math
39.4%
ELA
65.9%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.7/10.

How New Milford High School Compares

See how New Milford High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
51th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 3.2
Sports
22
11 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
1.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
22.6% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
11 boys'·11 girls'·33 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

330 River Road, New Milford, NJ 07646

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Milford High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. River Dell Regional High School (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Oradell), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dumont High School (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Dumont), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bergenfield High School (rated 6.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Bergenfield), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New Milford, see our New Milford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
SOLOMON SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL OF BERGEN CO New Milford 0.3 mi 6.1
INSTITUTE FOR EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT New Milford 0.4 mi
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Oradell 0.6 mi 7.0
David E. Owens Middle School New Milford 0.6 mi 6.9
Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School New Milford 0.6 mi 7.5
Roosevelt School River Edge 0.8 mi 7.4
Berkley Street School New Milford 1.0 mi 5.1
HOVNANIAN SCHOOL New Milford 1.0 mi 6.4
River Dell Middle School River Edge 0.8 mi 8.5
River Dell Regional High School Oradell 0.8 mi 8.1
NEW BEGINNINGS AT GRACE LUTHERAN River Edge 0.8 mi
SINAI SCHOOL AT RYNJ River Edge 1.0 mi 5.6
YESHIVA OF NORTH JERSEY River Edge 1.0 mi 6.8
Oradell Public School Oradell 1.0 mi 6.9
Lincoln Elementary School Dumont 1.0 mi 6.8
Selzer Elementary\Middle School Dumont 1.2 mi 7.8
Bergenfield High School Bergenfield 1.4 mi 6.3
Franklin Elementary School Bergenfield 1.3 mi 8.1
Dumont High School Dumont 1.3 mi 6.4
Cherry Hill School River Edge 1.6 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07646 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$113,513

Median Home Value

$554,800

Median Rent

$1,722/mo

Population

16,882

College Educated

48%

Homeownership

62.7%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

39.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Milford High School

What grades does New Milford High School serve?

New Milford High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend New Milford High School?

New Milford High School has an enrollment of approximately 580 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Milford High School?

The student-teacher ratio at New Milford High School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does New Milford High School rank in NJ?

New Milford High School ranks #1,201 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is New Milford High School's MySchoolScout rating?

New Milford High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at New Milford High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, New Milford High School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is New Milford High School a charter school?

No, New Milford High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is New Milford High School a Title I school?

No, New Milford High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Milford High School?

17.9% of students at New Milford High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
71 Very Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
1.6%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

New Milford Public School District
District Enrollment
2,037
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,724
District Rank
#3 of 4

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