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#336 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 14% in state

Cedar Hill School

Elementary School · Montville Township School District

46 PINE BROOK ROAD, Towaco, NJ 07082

Enrollment

313

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#336 of 2,466

In district

#2 of 7

Montville Township School District

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Cedar Hill School

8.1/10

Elementary School in Towaco · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Cedar Hill School

Cedar Hill School is a public elementary school in Towaco, NJ, part of Montville Township School District. Cedar Hill School serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cedar Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #336 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Cedar Hill School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.6
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Cedar Hill School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency78.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency83.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+30.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+39.8 pts
Overall Proficiency81% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)68% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+13.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,250
Chronic Absenteeism15%

Cedar Hill School — Students at Cedar Hill School score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

1.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 79.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 79.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2024
Math
77.8%
ELA
80.4%
2025
Math
78.1%
ELA
83.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.

How Cedar Hill School Compares

See how Cedar Hill School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
86th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
2%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

46 PINE BROOK ROAD, Towaco, NJ 07082

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cedar Hill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hilldale School (rated 9.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Pine Brook), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stonybrook Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Kinnelon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rockaway Meadow Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Parsippany), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Towaco, see our Towaco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF TOWACO Towaco 0.6 mi
THE CRAIG SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Montville 1.0 mi 6.9
CRAIG SCHOOL, HIGH SCHOOL Montville 1.0 mi 6.5
ABC'S OF LEARNING Towaco 1.5 mi
Valley View School Montville Township 1.6 mi 7.8
Montville Township High School Montville 1.8 mi 7.6
Robert R Lazar Middle School Montville 1.9 mi 7.4
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montville 2.1 mi 7.6
Hilldale School Pine Brook 2.5 mi 9.4
Adlai E. Stevenson School Fairfield 2.7 mi 5.3
Woodmont School Pine Brook 3.1 mi 6.9
William Mason School Montville 2.4 mi 5.9
NETHERLANDS REFORMED CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pompton Plains 3.0 mi 5.8
Lincoln Park Middle School Lincoln Park 2.6 mi 7.9
Stephen J. Gerace School Pequannock 3.0 mi 5.0
Lincoln Park Elementary School Lincoln Park 2.9 mi 7.7
Pequannock Township High School Pompton Plains 3.6 mi 7.5
Rockaway Meadow Elementary School Parsippany 3.7 mi 8.6
Stonybrook Elementary School Kinnelon 3.9 mi 9.2
CHANCELLOR ACADEMY Pompton Plains 3.9 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07082 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$194,464

Median Home Value

$686,800

Median Rent

$2,726/mo

Population

5,688

College Educated

72.9%

Homeownership

95%

Avg Commute

33.4 min

Poverty Rate

1.6%

Median Age

47.6

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Franklin Elementary School Bergenfield, NJ 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cedar Hill School

What grades does Cedar Hill School serve?

Cedar Hill School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Cedar Hill School?

Cedar Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cedar Hill School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cedar Hill School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cedar Hill School rank in NJ?

Cedar Hill School ranks #336 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Cedar Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cedar Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cedar Hill School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cedar Hill School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cedar Hill School a charter school?

No, Cedar Hill School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cedar Hill School a Title I school?

No, Cedar Hill School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cedar Hill School?

1.6% of students at Cedar Hill School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
1.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Morris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

District

Montville Township School District
District Enrollment
3,472
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,250
District Rank
#2 of 7

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