Serving 568 students in grades 5-6, Hillside Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillside Intermediate School serves the eastern part of Bridgewater, NJ, covering an area of approximately 21.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillside Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hillside Intermediate School's student population of 568 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillside Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillside Intermediate School is 0.69, 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
#688 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
26%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.8%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Hillside Intermediate School's ranking?
Hillside Intermediate School is ranked #688 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hillside Intermediate School often compared to?
Hillside Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hillside Intermediate School?
568 students attend Hillside Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Hillside Intermediate School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillside Intermediate School?
Hillside Intermediate School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hillside Intermediate School offer ?
Hillside Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillside Intermediate School part of?
Hillside Intermediate School is part of Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I graduated from Hillside Middle School in 1999, when it was still known as, "Hillside Intermediate School." At the time, it contained Grades 4-5, and was very strong on academics. Besides having a 5th Grade teacher who assigned a workload more fitting for high school, it was a pleasant experience being there as a student. As a teacher now, I would strongly recommend Hillside to both prospective students and teachers alike!
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