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#205 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 8% in state

Fanny Meyer Hillers

Elementary School · Hackensack School District

56 LONGVIEW AVENUE, Hackensack, NJ 07601

Enrollment

490

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#205 of 2,466

In Hackensack

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

Hackensack School District

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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8.4/10

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About Fanny Meyer Hillers

Fanny Meyer Hillers is a public elementary school in Hackensack, NJ, part of Hackensack School District. Fanny Meyer Hillers serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Fanny Meyer Hillers has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #205 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Fanny Meyer Hillers show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.8
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+7.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.5% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-4.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.6 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+9.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,025
Chronic Absenteeism21.4%

Fanny Meyer Hillers — Students at Fanny Meyer Hillers score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 44.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 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
62%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
43%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
49%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
29%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
38.3%
ELA
40%
2025
Math
43.5%
ELA
50.6%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Fanny Meyer Hillers Compares

See how Fanny Meyer Hillers performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
92th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

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

56 LONGVIEW AVENUE, Hackensack, NJ 07601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fanny Meyer Hillers may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Hasbrouck Heights), with a very similar rating. Another option is Jackson Avenue (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Maywood Campus (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Maywood), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hackensack, see our Hackensack schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Hackensack High School Hackensack 0.5 mi 4.7
Nellie K. Parker Hackensack 0.9 mi 7.2
Hackensack Middle School Hackensack 1.0 mi 6.7
Memorial School South Hackensack 1.2 mi 5.8
Lincoln Elementary School Hasbrouck Heights 1.2 mi 8.6
Bergen County Technical High School - Teterboro Teterboro 1.4 mi 8.8
Maywood Campus Maywood 1.4 mi 8.1
Maywood Avenue School Maywood 1.4 mi 7.3
Hasbrouck Heights Middle School Hasbrouck Heights 1.2 mi 8.5
Hasbrouck Heights High School Hasbrouck Heights 1.2 mi 8.7
Jackson Avenue Hackensack 1.4 mi 8.2
Lodi MS HS Lodi 1.2 mi 5.9
YCS GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL Hackensack 1.4 mi
CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL Hasbrouck Heights 1.5 mi 7.0
Washington School Lodi 1.3 mi 7.7
Fairmount Hackensack 1.6 mi 7.3
Wilson School Lodi 1.3 mi 5.7
Lillian M. Steen Bogota 1.3 mi 6.1
Hilltop School Lodi 1.6 mi 5.2
Lodi High School Lodi 1.6 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,212

Median Home Value

$370,300

Median Rent

$1,794/mo

Population

45,768

College Educated

41.7%

Homeownership

38.4%

Avg Commute

28.8 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

41.5

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Hudson Elementary School Union City, NJ 8.4
McKenzie School East Rutherford, NJ 8.4
Northvale Public School Northvale, NJ 8.4
Point Road School Little Silver, NJ 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fanny Meyer Hillers

What grades does Fanny Meyer Hillers serve?

Fanny Meyer Hillers serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Fanny Meyer Hillers?

Fanny Meyer Hillers has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fanny Meyer Hillers?

The student-teacher ratio at Fanny Meyer Hillers is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fanny Meyer Hillers rank in NJ?

Fanny Meyer Hillers ranks #205 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Fanny Meyer Hillers's MySchoolScout rating?

Fanny Meyer Hillers has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Fanny Meyer Hillers?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fanny Meyer Hillers has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Fanny Meyer Hillers a charter school?

No, Fanny Meyer Hillers is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fanny Meyer Hillers a Title I school?

No, Fanny Meyer Hillers is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fanny Meyer Hillers?

54.7% of students at Fanny Meyer Hillers 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
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
59 Good Transit
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

District

Hackensack School District
District Enrollment
5,323
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,025
District Rank
#1 of 6

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