Nutley High School is a four-year comprehensive public high school in the Township of Nutley, in Essex County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, serving students in ninth through twelfth grades as the lone secondary school of the Nutley Public Schools. The school's colors are maroon and gray.
Serving 1,190 students in grades 9-12, Nutley High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,190 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nutley High School's student population of 1,190 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,190 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Year Founded
1889
Colors
Maroon, Grey
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Challenge, Inspire, Empower
School Rankings
Nutley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nutley High School is 0.61, 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
#871 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
31%
34%
Black
3%
15%
White
54%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nutley High School's ranking?
Nutley High School is ranked #871 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nutley High School?
The graduation rate of Nutley High School is 93%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Nutley High School?
1,190 students attend Nutley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Nutley High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nutley High School?
Nutley High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Nutley High School offer ?
Nutley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nutley High School part of?
Nutley High School is part of Nutley Public School District.
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