Serving 581 students in grades 3-5, Hillside Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillside Elementary 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
Diversity
School Overview
Hillside Elementary School's student population of 581 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Hillside Elementary 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 Hillside Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#284 out of 2201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
17%
34%
Black
21%
15%
White
45%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Hillside Elementary School's ranking?
Hillside Elementary School is ranked #284 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hillside Elementary School often compared to?
Hillside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles H. Bullock School, Watchung Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hillside Elementary School?
581 students attend Hillside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Hillside Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillside Elementary School?
Hillside Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hillside Elementary School offer ?
Hillside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillside Elementary School part of?
Hillside Elementary School is part of Montclair Public School District.
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