Best Schools in Hillsborough, New Jersey
14 schools · 11 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Hillsborough by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Hillsborough Township Middle School
Middle · Hillsborough Township Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Auten Road Intermediate School
Middle · Hillsborough Township Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Hillsborough Township Elementary School
Elementary · Hillsborough Township Public School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Hillsborough for 2026 are Hillsborough Township Middle School (7.8/10), Auten Road Intermediate School (7.5/10), and Hillsborough Township Elementary School (7.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
14
9 public · 5 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$537,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
14
9 public · 5 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$537,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 7.8/10 despite 12% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.6 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Hillsborough schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Hillsborough
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 14). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hillsborough Township Middle School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Auten Road Intermediate School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Hillsborough Township Elementary School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Stellar Academy of Hillsborough | 6.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Woods Road Elementary School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Hillsborough High School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Triangle Elementary School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 8 | Woodfern Elementary School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 9 | Amsterdam Elementary School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 10 | Sunnymead Elementary School | 5.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $153,785
- Median home value
- $537,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 62%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
30% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Hillsborough compares
New Jersey rank
#201 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$154k
130% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in Hillsborough, New Jersey
Hillsborough, New Jersey is home to 14 schools, including 9 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 11 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Hillsborough show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Hillsborough is Hillsborough Township Middle School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Hillsborough is served by 1 school district: Hillsborough Township Public School District. These districts collectively serve 7,263 students.
Hillsborough's community shows 62% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $153,785. The poverty rate in the area is 2.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
11 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 480 students · Kindergarten–4th | 7.1 | ||
| 2 | 415 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.1 | ||
| 3 | 364 students · Pre-K–4th | 5.5 | ||
| 4 | 313 students · Kindergarten–4th | 5.4 | ||
| 5 | 383 students · Kindergarten–4th | 5.4 | ||
| 6 | 529 students · Kindergarten–4th | 5.1 | ||
| Private Schools 5 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Stellar Academy of Hillsborough
Private
30 students · Pre-K–1st | 6.9 | ||
| 2 | Goddard School-hillsborough
Private
20 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
| 3 | 9 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
| 4 | 11 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Show all 11 elementary schools in Hillsborough
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,230 students · 7th–8th | 7.8 |
| 2 | 1,114 students · 5th–6th | 7.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,385 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 |
Schools in Hillsborough
Hillsborough, New Jersey · 14 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$153,785
Median Home Value
$537,300
Median Rent
$2,171/mo
Population
43,708
College Educated
62%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Community Profile
Hillsborough has a median household income of $153,785. It is a well-educated community where 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $537,300, with a median rent of $2,171/month. The local poverty rate of 2.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 11
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Hillsborough, New Jersey
How many schools are in Hillsborough, New Jersey?
Hillsborough has 14 schools, including 9 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Hillsborough, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hillsborough is 6.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Hillsborough, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Hillsborough on MySchoolScout is Hillsborough Township Middle School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Hillsborough, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Hillsborough on MySchoolScout is Hillsborough Township Elementary School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Hillsborough, New Jersey?
The top-ranked middle school in Hillsborough on MySchoolScout is Hillsborough Township Middle School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best high school in Hillsborough, New Jersey?
The top-ranked high school in Hillsborough on MySchoolScout is Hillsborough High School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Hillsborough, New Jersey?
Hillsborough is served by 1 school district: Hillsborough Township Public School District.
What is the education level in Hillsborough, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 62% of adults in Hillsborough have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Hillsborough, New Jersey?
The median household income in Hillsborough is approximately $153,785 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Hillsborough, New Jersey?
Yes, Hillsborough has 5 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is Stellar Academy of Hillsborough with a score of 6.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hillsborough, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hillsborough is 10.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hillsborough, New Jersey?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.