Hillcrest Academy-north serves 66 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillcrest Academy-north's student population of 66 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
66 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hillcrest Academy-north is 0.33, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
80%
34%
Black
18%
14%
White
2%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(10-11)30-39%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Hillcrest Academy-north?
The graduation rate of Hillcrest Academy-north is 30-39%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 86%.
How many students attend Hillcrest Academy-north?
66 students attend Hillcrest Academy-north.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Hillcrest Academy-north students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillcrest Academy-north?
Hillcrest Academy-north has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hillcrest Academy-north offer ?
Hillcrest Academy-north offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillcrest Academy-north part of?
Hillcrest Academy-north is part of Union County Educational Services Commission School District.
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