Serving 2,351 students in grades 9-12, Hillsborough High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillsborough High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hillsborough High School's student population of 2,351 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 171 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
171 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hillsborough High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsborough High School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#265 out of 2183 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
30%
10%
Hispanic
10%
32%
Black
6%
15%
White
53%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsborough High School's ranking?
Hillsborough High School is ranked #265 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hillsborough High School often compared to?
Hillsborough High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montgomery High School, Bridgewater-raritan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hillsborough High School?
The graduation rate of Hillsborough High School is 94%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hillsborough High School?
2,351 students attend Hillsborough High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Hillsborough High School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillsborough High School?
Hillsborough High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hillsborough High School offer ?
Hillsborough High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hillsborough High School part of?
Hillsborough High School is part of Hillsborough Township Public School District.
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