Hilldale School

Summary:

Hilldale School is an exceptional elementary school located in Pine Brook, New Jersey, serving 320 students in grades K-5. As part of the highly-ranked Montville Township School District, Hilldale School has consistently been among the top-performing elementary schools in the state, ranking 22nd out of 1,338 New Jersey elementary schools for the 2023-2024 school year and receiving a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Hilldale School's academic performance is particularly noteworthy, with significantly higher percentages of students proficient or better in NJSLA/English Language Arts and NJSLA/Mathematics compared to the district and state averages. For example, 91.3% of 5th-grade students at Hilldale School were proficient or better in NJSLA/English Language Arts, compared to 84.1% in the district and 52.3% statewide. The school's performance is also strong among certain student subgroups, ranking 11th out of 340 New Jersey elementary schools for Asian students and 16th out of 1,313 for male students, both receiving 5-star ratings.

In addition to its academic excellence, Hilldale School stands out for its low chronic absenteeism rate of 6.1%, well below the state average of 16.6%. The school also has a remarkably low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, at just 0.94%, suggesting a relatively high socioeconomic status of the student population. Hilldale School's student-teacher ratio of 10.1 is also lower than the nearby schools in the Montville Township School District, further contributing to the school's strong educational environment.


Detail:

Public K-5

 123 Konner Avenue
       Pine Brook, NJ  07058-9433


(973) 331-7100

District: Montville Township School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
22nd of 1,338 New Jersey Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $13,513 Help


Students who attend Hilldale School usually attend:

Middle:    Robert R Lazar Middle School
High:    Montville Township High School

Student/teacher ratio:  10.7 Help
Number of students:  331

Racial breakdown:

White:
46.2%
Asian:
44.4%
Hispanic:
4.8%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  1.5% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Hilldale School ranks better than 98.4% of elementary schools in New Jersey. It also ranks first among 5 ranked elementary schools in the Montville Township School District! (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 95.92. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (46.2%), Asian (44.4%), Hispanic (4.8%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 1.5% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Hilldale School is 10.7, which is the highest among 5 elementary schools in the Montville Township School District! (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Hilldale School is $13,513, which is the lowest among 5 elementary schools in the Montville Township School District!
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Hilldale School:

SchoolDigger ranks Hilldale School 22nd of 1338 New Jersey public elementary schools. (See Hilldale School in the ranking list.)

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Montville Township School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Montville Township School District 47th of 613 New Jersey school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Hilldale School

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Rank History for all students at Hilldale School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2003 84.10 134th 1204 88.9%
2004 72.23 394th 1298 69.6%
2005 81.57 134th 1303 89.7%
2006 80.71 141st 1314 89.3%
2007 73.56 352nd 1329 73.5%
2008 78.26 217th 1338 83.8%
2009 80.31 198th 1346 85.3%
2010 74.22 356th 1354 73.7%
2011 79.70 219th 1360 83.9%
2012 78.76 256th 1363 81.2%
2013 82.86 153rd 1367 88.8%
2014 84.91 110th 1363 91.9%
2015 89.71 118th 1357 91.3%
2016 92.58 55th 1346 95.9%
2017 93.33 34th 1352 97.5%
2018 92.05 56th 1353 95.9%
2019 89.96 86th 1360 93.7%
2021 96.53 24th 1317 98.2%
2022 94.91 37th 1345 97.2%
2023 95.05 33rd 1342 97.5%
2024 95.92 22nd 1338 98.4%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Hilldale School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 66.16 282nd 1001 71.8%
2019 77.83 163rd 1007 83.8%
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Rank History for Female students at Hilldale School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 90.61 60th 1333 95.5%
2019 87.38 112th 1331 91.6%
2021 93.10 54th 1290 95.8%
2022 92.68 66th 1326 95.0%
2023 94.07 41st 1318 96.9%
2024 93.15 51st 1317 96.1%
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Rank History for Male students at Hilldale School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 91.01 82nd 1334 93.9%
2019 90.01 84th 1335 93.7%
2021 96.46 15th 1297 98.8%
2022 95.26 27th 1324 98.0%
2023 93.92 45th 1315 96.6%
2024 96.60 16th 1313 98.8%
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Rank History for Asian students at Hilldale School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 74.87 74th 370 80.0%
2019 81.34 34th 370 90.8%
2021 76.35 60th 339 82.3%
2022 77.92 57th 348 83.6%
2023 77.87 54th 346 84.4%
2024 86.81 11th 340 96.8%
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Rank History for White students at Hilldale School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 82.34 113th 1022 88.9%
2019 73.52 223rd 1023 78.2%
2021 89.66 44th 964 95.4%
2022 83.17 118th 976 87.9%
2023 86.85 86th 975 91.2%
2024 84.09 104th 963 89.2%
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Data source: test scores: New Jersey Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Hilldale School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 163 1 49 6 0 n/a n/a 0 219
1989 136 1 46 5 0 n/a n/a 0 188
1990 99 0 32 4 0 n/a n/a 0 135
1991 103 0 30 3 0 n/a n/a 0 136
1992 96 1 32 2 0 n/a n/a 0 131
1993 123 4 33 4 0 n/a n/a 0 164
1994 138 8 38 2 0 n/a n/a 0 186
1995 173 3 40 6 0 n/a n/a 0 222
1996 173 3 40 6 0 n/a n/a 0 222
1998 182 2 36 7 0 n/a n/a 0 227
1999 182 0 29 5 0 n/a n/a 0 216
2000 206 0 26 7 0 n/a n/a 0 239
2001 222 0 37 5 0 n/a n/a 0 264
2002 264 6 65 3 0 n/a n/a 0 338
2003 264 6 65 3 0 n/a n/a 0 338
2004 259 12 82 4 0 n/a n/a 0 357
2005 261 7 84 4 0 n/a n/a 0 356
2006 283 6 89 7 0 n/a n/a 0 385
2007 270 8 97 11 0 n/a n/a 0 386
2008 264 17 106 10 3 n/a n/a 0 400
2009 246 10 107 9 3 0 0 0 375
2010 248 8 115 10 3 0 0 0 384
2011 242 7 128 14 2 0 0 0 393
2012 215 7 125 17 1 0 1 0 366
2013 211 3 133 20 0 0 2 0 369
2014 200 4 124 16 1 4 5 0 354
2015 194 5 125 19 2 5 13 0 363
2016 173 9 136 15 3 6 17 0 359
2017 170 7 120 16 3 4 17 0 337
2018 157 8 121 17 4 4 16 0 327
2019 154 5 131 13 4 1 12 0 320
2020 163 3 120 15 4 0 8 0 313
2021 145 1 127 13 4 0 7 0 297
2022 152 1 127 9 4 0 9 0 302
2023 150 1 139 14 3 0 13 0 320
2024 153 1 147 16 4 0 10 0 331

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Hilldale School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 219 12.0 18.2 n/a
1989 188 11.0 17.0 n/a
1990 135 8.0 16.8 n/a
1991 136 8.0 17.0 0
1992 131 8.0 16.3 n/a
1993 164 10.3 15.9 1.2
1994 186 10.3 18.1 2.2
1995 222 12.7 17.5 0.9
1996 222 12.7 17.5 0.9
1998 227 13.2 17.2 1.3
1999 216 12.0 18.0 2.8
2000 239 12.0 19.9 1.3
2001 264 12.2 21.6 0.4
2002 338 19.6 17.2 0.3
2003 338 19.6 17.2 0.3
2004 357 21.0 17.0 0
2005 356 23.3 15.3 n/a
2006 385 21.0 18.3 0.3
2007 386 22.0 17.5 n/a
2008 400 21.0 19.0 n/a
2009 375 32.5 9.4 0.8
2010 384 20.0 19.2 0.3
2011 393 21.0 18.7 0.8
2012 366 25.8 14.1 1.1
2013 369 29.5 12.4 0
2014 354 30.5 11.5 2.5
2015 363 31.0 11.7 3
2016 359 31.0 11.5 2.5
2017 337 30.8 10.9 2.1
2018 327 30.7 10.6 0.9
2019 320 28.2 11.3 1.9
2020 313 30.2 10.3 1.3
2021 297 29.8 9.9 1
2022 302 30.4 9.9 1
2023 320 31.5 10.1 0.9
2024 331 30.9 10.7 1.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Hilldale School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 219 12.0 18.2 n/a
1989 188 11.0 17.0 n/a
1990 135 8.0 16.8 n/a
1991 136 8.0 17.0 0
1992 131 8.0 16.3 n/a
1993 164 10.3 15.9 1.2
1994 186 10.3 18.1 2.2
1995 222 12.7 17.5 0.9
1996 222 12.7 17.5 0.9
1998 227 13.2 17.2 1.3
1999 216 12.0 18.0 2.8
2000 239 12.0 19.9 1.3
2001 264 12.2 21.6 0.4
2002 338 19.6 17.2 0.3
2003 338 19.6 17.2 0.3
2004 357 21.0 17.0 0
2005 356 23.3 15.3 n/a
2006 385 21.0 18.3 0.3
2007 386 22.0 17.5 n/a
2008 400 21.0 19.0 n/a
2009 375 32.5 9.4 0.8
2010 384 20.0 19.2 0.3
2011 393 21.0 18.7 0.8
2012 366 25.8 14.1 1.1
2013 369 29.5 12.4 0
2014 354 30.5 11.5 2.5
2015 363 31.0 11.7 3
2016 359 31.0 11.5 2.5
2017 337 30.8 10.9 2.1
2018 327 30.7 10.6 0.9
2019 320 28.2 11.3 1.9
2020 313 30.2 10.3 1.3
2021 297 29.8 9.9 1
2022 302 30.4 9.9 1
2023 320 31.5 10.1 0.9
2024 331 30.9 10.7 1.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Hilldale School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $38 (0.3%) $13,475 (99.7%) $13,513

Data source: New Jersey Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Hilldale School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 86th of 1360 Elementary schoolsRanks 33rd of 1342 Elementary schools
 3.9%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Hilldale School)8088.6
 8.6%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Montville Township School District)77.974.9
 3%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (New Jersey)50.242
 8.2%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Hilldale School)8088.7
 8.7%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Montville Township School District)82.577.7
 4.8%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (New Jersey)55.145.9
 9.2%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Hilldale School)87.597.9
 10.4%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Montville Township School District)82.285.9
 3.7%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (New Jersey)57.451.3
 6.1%
4th Grade Mathematics (Hilldale School)81.386
 4.7%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Montville Township School District)78.678.9
 0.3%
   4th Grade Mathematics (New Jersey)5144.3
 6.7%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Hilldale School)84.789.3
 4.6%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Montville Township School District)82.985.4
 2.5%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (New Jersey)57.953.2
 4.7%
5th Grade Mathematics (Hilldale School)70.875
 4.2%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Montville Township School District)72.972.4
 0.5%
   5th Grade Mathematics (New Jersey)46.840.1
 6.7%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students320320
African American51
 80%
American Indian43
 25%
Asian131139
 6.1%
Hispanic1314
 7.7%
Pacific Islander10
 100%
White154150
 2.6%
Two or More Races1213
 8.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients1.9%0.9%
 0.9%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Hilldale School

In the 2023-24 school year, 331 students attended Hilldale School.

Students who attend Hilldale School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Robert R Lazar Middle School
High : Montville Township High School

Yes! Hilldale School is one of the best elementary schools in the state. It ranks 22nd of 1338 New Jersey elementary schools.

Students at Hilldale School are 46% White, 44% Asian, 5% Hispanic, 3% Two or more races, 1% American Indian.


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