Hillcrest Academy-north serves 74 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillcrest Academy-north's student population of 74 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
74 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hillcrest Academy-north is 0.44, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
72%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(10-11)30-39%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Hillcrest Academy-north?
The graduation rate of Hillcrest Academy-north is 30-39%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 86%.
How many students attend Hillcrest Academy-north?
74 students attend Hillcrest Academy-north.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Hillcrest Academy-north students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillcrest Academy-north?
Hillcrest Academy-north has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hillcrest Academy-north offer ?
Hillcrest Academy-north offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillcrest Academy-north part of?
Hillcrest Academy-north is part of Union County Educational Services Commission School District.
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