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Pascack Hills High School

High School · Pascack Valley Regional High School District

225 West Grand Avenue, Montvale, NJ 07645

Enrollment

767

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

8.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Montvale

#1 of 3

public schools

New Jersey high schools

#28 of 422

In district

#1 of 2

Pascack Valley Regional High School District

School environment

9.7 / 10

Exceptional

About Pascack Hills High School

Pascack Hills High School is a public high school in Montvale, NJ, part of the Pascack Valley Regional High School District. The school serves approximately 767 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7/10, placing it in the 95.4th percentile among NJ schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 71% proficiency in math, 29 points above the state average and 75% in reading/language arts, 16 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.7/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $183,664, where 57% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

What's said publicly about Pascack Hills High School

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Pascack Hills High School (PHHS) is a four-year comprehensive public high school located in Montvale, New Jersey 1 . It serves students in grades nine through twelve and is one of two secondary schools within the Pascack Valley Regional High School District in Bergen County 1 . The school's student body consists of residents from Montvale and the neighboring community of Woodcliff Lake 1 . The other high school in the district is Pascack Valley High School, which serves the communities of Hillsdale and River Vale 1 .
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Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.2Exceptional25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+1.13 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendImproving
Academics7.6Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62%
Reading/ELA Proficiency62%
Math vs. State Avg+20.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.8 pts
Overall Proficiency62%
Expected (poverty-adj.)64%
vs. Expected-1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
College Readiness8.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation30.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.7Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$33,794

Pascack Hills High School — Students at Pascack Hills High School score 62% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

1.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 70.7%
School
State
41.5%
ELA Proficiency 74.6%
School
State
58.2%

Based on 8 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
73%
ELA
86%
2021*
Math
53%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
94.7%
ELA
78.4%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Pascack Hills High School Compares

See how Pascack Hills High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
95th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.6/10
7.6/10
Growth
9.2/10
Above average
Environment
9.7/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
1%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
77 teachers

Location

225 West Grand Avenue, Montvale, NJ 07645

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pascack Hills High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PEARL RIVER HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Pearl River), a more accessible option. Another option is Park Ridge High School (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Park Ridge), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST JOSEPH REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Montvale, see our Montvale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Fieldstone Middle School Montvale 0.3 mi 7.0
West Ridge Elementary School Park Ridge 0.8 mi 8.2
Memorial Elementary School Montvale 0.9 mi 7.5
Park Ridge High School Park Ridge 1.2 mi 6.7
ST JOSEPH REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Montvale 1.2 mi 5.4
LINCOLN AVENUE SCHOOL Pearl River 1.4 mi 6.6
ST MARGARET SCHOOL Pearl River 1.3 mi 5.4
FLEETWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chestnut Ridge 1.7 mi 2.3
Dorchester Elementary School Woodcliff Lake 1.8 mi 8.7
OHR VDAAS/ROCKLAND INSTITUTE FOR SPECIAL ED Chestnut Ridge 1.8 mi 4.6
Woodcliff Middle School Woodcliff Lake 2.0 mi 8.4
CHESTNUT RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Chestnut Ridge 2.0 mi 4.5
East Brook Elementary School Park Ridge 1.9 mi 7.4
FRANKLIN AVENUE SCHOOL Pearl River 1.7 mi 8.4
GREEN MEADOW WALDORF SCHOOL Chestnut Ridge 2.3 mi 7.6
ELDORADO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chestnut Ridge 2.6 mi 4.0
OTTO SPECHT SCHOOL THE Chestnut Ridge 2.6 mi
EVANS PARK SCHOOL Pearl River 2.3 mi 7.9
Woodside Elementary School River Vale 2.3 mi 8.3
PEARL RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Pearl River 2.2 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07645 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$183,664

Median Home Value

$688,500

Median Rent

$2,241/mo

Population

8,625

College Educated

56.8%

Homeownership

84.1%

Avg Commute

31.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.8%

Median Age

40.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Pascack Hills High School has a median household income of $183,664. It is a well-educated community where 57% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $688,500, with a median rent of $2,241/month. The local poverty rate of 3.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Passaic Preparatory Academy Passaic, NJ 8.6
Bernards High School Bernardsville, NJ 8.8
Mountain Lakes High School Mountain Lakes, NJ 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pascack Hills High School

What grades does Pascack Hills High School serve?

Pascack Hills High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Pascack Hills High School?

Pascack Hills High School has an enrollment of approximately 767 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pascack Hills High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pascack Hills High School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pascack Hills High School rank in NJ?

Pascack Hills High School is ranked #115 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.

What is Pascack Hills High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pascack Hills High School has a composite rating of 8.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Pascack Hills High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Pascack Hills High School has 70.7% math proficiency and 74.6% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Pascack Hills High School a charter school?

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

Is Pascack Hills High School a Title I school?

No, Pascack Hills High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pascack Hills High School?

1.3% of students at Pascack Hills 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
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (988/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Montvale). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
767
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
77
Free/Reduced Lunch
1.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Pascack Valley Regional High School District
District Enrollment
1,757
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$37,709
District Rank
#1 of 2

Other Schools in This District

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