Serving 556 students in grades 3-8, John Hill 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 49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John Hill School's attendance zone covers the entire Boonton, NJ school district, encompassing approximately 2.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere within this zone ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Hill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
John Hill School's student population of 556 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
556 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Rankings
John Hill 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 John Hill School is 0.67, 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
#657 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
11%
Hispanic
32%
35%
Black
6%
14%
White
47%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Hill School's ranking?
John Hill School is ranked #657 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are John Hill School often compared to?
John Hill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockaway Meadow Elementary School, Intervale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend John Hill School?
556 students attend John Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of John Hill School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Hill School?
John Hill School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does John Hill School offer ?
John Hill School offers enrollment in grades 3-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John Hill School part of?
John Hill School is part of Boonton Town Public School District.
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