Serving 414 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Battle Hill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Battle Hill Elementary School's student population of 414 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Battle Hill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Battle Hill Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1611 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
11%
Hispanic
36%
35%
Black
32%
14%
White
20%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Battle Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Battle Hill Elementary School is ranked #1611 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Battle Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Battle Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Connecticut Farms Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Battle Hill Elementary School?
414 students attend Battle Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Battle Hill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Battle Hill Elementary School?
Battle Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Battle Hill Elementary School offer ?
Battle Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Battle Hill Elementary School part of?
Battle Hill Elementary School is part of Township Of Union School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Poor special needs pre K.... not focused, unruly, assistants not on task
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