Serving 320 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hilldale School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hilldale School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Hilldale School's student population of 320 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hilldale School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilldale School is 0.59, 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
#53 out of 2201 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
44%
10%
Hispanic
4%
33%
Black
n/a
15%
White
47%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilldale School's ranking?
Hilldale School is ranked #53 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hilldale School often compared to?
Hilldale Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodmont School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hilldale School?
320 students attend Hilldale School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Hilldale School students are White, 44% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hilldale School?
Hilldale School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hilldale School offer ?
Hilldale School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hilldale School part of?
Hilldale School is part of Montville Township School District.
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