Serving 467 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Hillsborough Township Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillsborough Township Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hillsborough Township Elementary School's student population of 467 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
467 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Today I Promise to respect myself and respect others. I promise to respect my school and respect the world around me.
School Rankings
Hillsborough Township Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsborough Township 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
#187 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
39%
11%
Hispanic
15%
35%
Black
4%
14%
White
34%
37%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.6%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsborough Township Elementary School's ranking?
Hillsborough Township Elementary School is ranked #187 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hillsborough Township Elementary School often compared to?
Hillsborough Township Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Triangle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hillsborough Township Elementary School?
467 students attend Hillsborough Township Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Hillsborough Township Elementary School students are Asian, 34% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillsborough Township Elementary School?
Hillsborough Township Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hillsborough Township Elementary School offer ?
Hillsborough Township Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillsborough Township Elementary School part of?
Hillsborough Township Elementary School is part of Hillsborough Township Public School District.
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