Serving 1,230 students in grades 7-8, Hillsborough Township Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 36%). 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 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,230 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillsborough Township Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hillsborough Township Middle School's student population of 1,230 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
School Rankings
Hillsborough Township Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsborough Township Middle 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
#438 out of 2201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
36%
10%
Hispanic
12%
34%
Black
7%
15%
White
43%
38%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsborough Township Middle School's ranking?
Hillsborough Township Middle School is ranked #438 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hillsborough Township Middle School?
1,230 students attend Hillsborough Township Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Hillsborough Township Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillsborough Township Middle School?
Hillsborough Township Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hillsborough Township Middle School offer ?
Hillsborough Township Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillsborough Township Middle School part of?
Hillsborough Township Middle School is part of Hillsborough Township Public School District.
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