School Overview
Northern Highlands Regional High School, located in Allendale, New Jersey, is a highly regarded public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12. Known for its rigorous academic environment, the school consistently ranks among the top institutions in the state, emphasizing a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for competitive post-secondary opportunities. The school community places a strong premium on scholastic achievement, supported by a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors programs, and a dedicated faculty focused on fostering intellectual growth and critical thinking.

Beyond its academic reputation, Northern Highlands is widely recognized for its robust extracurricular culture, which includes a successful athletics program, diverse student clubs, and an active performing arts department. The school is deeply integrated into the suburban community of Allendale and draws students from surrounding areas, maintaining a spirit of school pride and student engagement. By balancing high academic expectations with a broad range of developmental opportunities, Northern Highlands aims to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are prepared for the challenges of higher education and beyond.
1,257
Total Students
109.7
Full-Time Teachers
11.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
1.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Northern Highlands Regional High School
Demographic Student Count
White857
Hispanic124
Black15
Asian195
Two or More58
American Indian4
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    857 (68.3%)
  • Asian
    195 (15.6%)
  • Hispanic
    124 (9.9%)
  • Two or More
    58 (4.6%)
  • Black
    15 (1.2%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Northern Highlands Regional High School District
Phone: (201)327-8700
Website: http://www.northernhighlands.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,257
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 109.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.5
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: 12
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 310
Grade 10 301
Grade 11 328
Grade 12 318

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Northern Highlands Regional High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9310
Grade 10301
Grade 11328
Grade 12318
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Northern Highlands Regional High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female64551.3%
Male60948.4%
Not Specified30.3%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)