Serving 327 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 80-84% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). 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 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hilldale School serves the southern part of Pine Brook, NJ, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school.
- 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
School Overview
Hilldale School's student population of 327 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hilldale School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilldale School is 0.60, 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
#28 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
45%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.7%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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 #28 out of 2,184 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?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
327 students attend Hilldale School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Hilldale School students are Asian, 45% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hilldale School offer ?
Hilldale School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hilldale School part of?
Hilldale School is part of Montville Township School District.
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