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#652 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 26% in state

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

7.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#652 of 2,466

In Montvale

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Pascack Valley Regional High School District

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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7.5/10

High School in Montvale · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pascack Hills High School

Pascack Hills High School is a public high school in Montvale, NJ, part of Pascack Valley Regional High School District. Pascack Hills High School serves approximately 767 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Pascack Hills High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #652 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Pascack Hills High School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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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How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • NJ avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.6Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-7.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency84.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+32.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+25.9 pts
Overall Proficiency79% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)68% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
College Readiness8.9Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate99%+
AP Participation30.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$37,709
Chronic Absenteeism9.1%

Pascack Hills High School — Students at Pascack Hills High School score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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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 (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 73.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 80.0% (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
95%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
73%
2018
Math
73%
ELA
86%
2019
Math
73%
ELA
86%
2020*
Math
53%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
53%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
94.7%
ELA
78.4%
2025
Math
74%
ELA
84.1%

* 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: 2.6/10.

How Pascack Hills High School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
74th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 3.2
Sports
22
10 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
1%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
77 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
30.8% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
10 boys'·12 girls'·48 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

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. Park Ridge High School (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Park Ridge), with a very similar rating. Another option is PEARL RIVER HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Pearl River), with a comparable rating. 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 8.8
West Ridge Elementary School Park Ridge 0.8 mi 8.2
Memorial Elementary School Montvale 0.9 mi 8.7
Park Ridge High School Park Ridge 1.2 mi 7.4
ST JOSEPH REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Montvale 1.2 mi 5.4
LINCOLN AVENUE SCHOOL Pearl River 1.4 mi 8.6
ST MARGARET SCHOOL Pearl River 1.3 mi 5.4
FLEETWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chestnut Ridge 1.7 mi 2.8
Dorchester Elementary School Woodcliff Lake 1.8 mi 7.8
OHR VDAAS/ROCKLAND INSTITUTE FOR SPECIAL ED Chestnut Ridge 1.8 mi 4.6
Woodcliff Middle School Woodcliff Lake 2.0 mi 7.1
CHESTNUT RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Chestnut Ridge 2.0 mi 4.2
East Brook Elementary School Park Ridge 1.9 mi 8.0
FRANKLIN AVENUE SCHOOL Pearl River 1.7 mi 6.8
GREEN MEADOW WALDORF SCHOOL Chestnut Ridge 2.3 mi 7.6
ELDORADO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chestnut Ridge 2.6 mi 3.1
OTTO SPECHT SCHOOL THE Chestnut Ridge 2.6 mi
EVANS PARK SCHOOL Pearl River 2.3 mi 8.9
Woodside Elementary School River Vale 2.3 mi 5.4
PEARL RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Pearl River 2.2 mi 6.7

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

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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 ranks #652 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Pascack Hills High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pascack Hills High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Pascack Hills High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pascack Hills High School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.1%
4-Year Graduation
99%+

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

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