Serving 743 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hillside Avenue School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillside Avenue School serves the southern part of Cranford, NJ, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillside Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hillside Avenue School's student population of 743 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
743 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillside Avenue School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillside Avenue School is 0.54, 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
#452 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
11%
Hispanic
19%
35%
Black
4%
14%
White
65%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
38%
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 Hillside Avenue School's ranking?
Hillside Avenue School is ranked #452 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hillside Avenue School often compared to?
Hillside Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elmora School No. 12, Walnut Avenue School, Livingston Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hillside Avenue School?
743 students attend Hillside Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hillside Avenue School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillside Avenue School?
Hillside Avenue School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hillside Avenue School offer ?
Hillside Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillside Avenue School part of?
Hillside Avenue School is part of Cranford Public School District.
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