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Deanna G. Taylor Academy
Elementary School · Hillside Public School District
614 TILLMAN ST, Hillside, NJ 07205
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
2nd – 6th
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
2nd – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,960 of 2,466
In Hillside
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
Hillside Public School District
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Deanna G. Taylor Academy
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About Deanna G. Taylor Academy
Deanna G. Taylor Academy is a public elementary school in Hillside, NJ, part of Hillside Public School District. Deanna G.
Taylor Academy serves approximately 191 students, and covers grades 2nd-6th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Deanna G. Taylor Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,960 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Deanna G. Taylor Academy show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 191 students, Deanna G. Taylor Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8:1 students to teachers, Deanna G. Taylor Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Deanna G. Taylor Academy — Students at Deanna G. Taylor Academy score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 27 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.0/10.
How Deanna G. Taylor Academy Compares
See how Deanna G. Taylor Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
614 TILLMAN ST, Hillside, NJ 07205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deanna G. Taylor Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hurden Looker School (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Maplewood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Washington Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Union), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hillside, see our Hillside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hillside High School Hillside | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Hurden Looker School Hillside | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Livingston Elementary Union | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Franklin Elementary Union | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Union Avenue Middle School Irvington | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Ola Edwards Community School Hillside | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Chancellor Avenue Elementary School Irvington | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Kawameeh Middle School Union | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Mt. Vernon Avenue Elementary School Irvington | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Walter O. Krumbiegel Middle School Hillside | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| TRINITY TEMPLE ACADEMY Hillside | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Seth Boyden Elementary Demonstration School Maplewood | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Hillside Innovation Academy Hillside | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Florence Avenue Elementary School Irvington | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Abram P. Morris Early Childhood Center Hillside | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Chancellor Avenue School Newark | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| ST MICHAEL PARISH SCHOOL Union | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Weequahic High School Newark | 1.4 mi | 2.9 |
| Eagle Academy for Young Men of Newark Newark | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Washington Elementary Union | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,558
Median Home Value
$363,200
Median Rent
$1,712/mo
Population
22,179
College Educated
28.9%
Homeownership
70.7%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
36.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deanna G. Taylor Academy
What grades does Deanna G. Taylor Academy serve?
Deanna G. Taylor Academy serves students in grades 2nd through 6th.
How many students attend Deanna G. Taylor Academy?
Deanna G. Taylor Academy has an enrollment of approximately 191 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deanna G. Taylor Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Deanna G. Taylor Academy is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Deanna G. Taylor Academy rank in NJ?
Deanna G. Taylor Academy ranks #1,960 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Deanna G. Taylor Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Deanna G. Taylor Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Deanna G. Taylor Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Deanna G. Taylor Academy has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Deanna G. Taylor Academy a charter school?
No, Deanna G. Taylor Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Deanna G. Taylor Academy a Title I school?
No, Deanna G. Taylor Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Deanna G. Taylor Academy?
74.9% of students at Deanna G. Taylor Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 2nd – 6th
- Enrollment
- 191
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.1%
- Phone
- (908) 352-7664
Resources & Links
District
Hillside Public School District- District Enrollment
- 3,046
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,458
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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