Ever wonder where maroon and gray pride runs deepest in Nutley? Here at Nutley High School it surely does. This is the only secondary school in the Nutley Public Schools system. Nutley High School serves students from ninth through twelfth grades.
Nutley High School’s story began in 1889. The Upper and Lower districts of Franklin united forming a high school department. Classes were held on the first floor of the Passaic Avenue School. This marked the beginning of a journey. It shaped countless lives.
Since 1928 Nutley High School has been accredited. The Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Elementary and Secondary Schools gave the accreditation. This shows a long-standing commitment to quality education.
As of 2023–24 the school has 1190 students enrolled. There are 89.3 classroom teachers. The student to teacher ratio is about 13.3 to 1. This allows more personal attention.
Nutley High School’s ranking in New Jersey Monthly magazine reached 130th in 2014. The ranking was out of 339 schools statewide. This ranking reflects the school’s consistent performance.
To graduate students need 120 credits. These credits span English mathematics and other fields. Students must also pass the New Jersey High School Proficiency Assessment.
The Nutley High School Raiders compete in the Super Essex Conference. They also compete in the North Jersey Super Football Conference. The school’s colors are proudly displayed on the field. These colors are maroon and gray.
The Raiders name echoes through the halls and playing fields. Teams compete in many sports. Sports include soccer tennis and ice hockey.
The school participates in a joint ice hockey team. The team includes Bloomfield High School and Columbia High School. This co-op program has an agreement that ends in 2024.
The 1977 girls’ basketball team won the Group III state championship. They defeated Willingboro High School 48–45 in the final.
The 1992 football team secured the North II Group III state sectional title. They won against Morris Knolls High School with a score of 39–6.
The softball team has claimed the Group III state title multiple times. They won in 1992 and 1995.
The baseball team also boasts victories. They won the North II Group III sectionals in 2001. They won the North I Group III title in 2004. They have won the Greater Newark Tournament four times.
The co-op ice hockey team won the McMullen Cup and the Monsignor Kelly Cup in 2019. They defeated the Frisch School 4–2 in the McMullen Cup final.
Denis Williams is the school’s principal. He leads the administration team. The team includes two vice principals.
Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler once performed at a Nutley prom in 1966. He was part of a group called “The Strangeurs”.
In 2004 Nutley High School was featured on MTV’s Total Request Live. The feature was for a short film by student Corey Smith starring Hugh Jackman.
Many notable alumni have walked these halls. They include wrestler Anthony Bowens and architect critic Paul Goldberger. Also among them are senator Frank Lautenberg and businesswoman Martha Stewart.
Nutley High School stands as a beacon. It represents education and community pride. Its rich history and commitment to excellence shine brightly. The school is located at 300 Franklin Avenue. It continues to shape future leaders.