- Northern Valley Regional High School at Demarest — Grades 9–12 · 1038 students
- Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan — Grades 9–12 · 1086 students
- Northern Valley Central — Grades PK–12 · 178 students
- Haworth Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 478 students
- Haworth High School — Grades 9–12 · 612 students
Zip code 07641 is not served by one district. An elementary district and a separate secondary district each cover this area, which is normal in this state — which one your child attends depends on their grade.
| GRADES | DISTRICT | RATING |
|---|---|---|
| K–8 Elementary | Haworth Borough School District 436 students · 1 school | 10/10 |
| 9–12 Secondary | Northern Valley Regional School District 2,053 students · 3 schools | 9/10 |
| Metric | Northern Valley Regional School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 2,223 | 3,700 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 3 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $22,000/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | Not rated | — | Not comparable |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Valley Regional School District (this district) | NR | — | 2,223 |
| West New York Town School District | 3/10 | 26th | 8,020 |
| Woodbridge Township School District | 4/10 | 32nd | 13,836 |
| Mountainside Borough School District | 10/10 | 96th | 747 |
About Northern Valley Regional School District
Zip code 07641 in Haworth, New Jersey is served by Northern Valley Regional School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades K–12. This page provides a data-driven overview of Northern Valley Regional School District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Funding and Resources
Northern Valley Regional School District reports per-pupil expenditure of approximately $22,000 per year, placing it near the New Jersey state average of approximately $22,000 and well above the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Districts at this funding level typically offer smaller class sizes, broader elective and extracurricular programs, stronger technology infrastructure, and more competitive teacher salaries. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 3 schools, Northern Valley Regional School District operates as a small, community-focused district serving students from K–12. The district enrolls approximately 2,053 students in total. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Why This District Is Not Yet Rated
Northern Valley Regional School District does not currently have a SchoolDistrictFinder rating. It has no published grades 3–8 state assessment results in the current state data, so there is no basis for a rating under our methodology.
An unrated status is not a negative signal — it means we do not have assessment data we can fairly place on the 1–10 scale for Northern Valley Regional School District. Families researching this area should contact the district directly for school performance information, request the most recent state report card, and visit schools in person before making an enrollment or housing decision.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 07641
Children in zip code 07641 are assigned to Northern Valley Regional School District for public school enrollment, covering grades K–12. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 07641, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Northern Valley Regional School District at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — New Jersey districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Haworth
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Northern Valley Regional School District serves zip code 07641, homes in and around zip code 07641 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In New Jersey, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Northern Valley Regional School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 07641.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Northern Valley Regional School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 07641 data.