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#173 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 7% in state

George G White

Middle School · Hillsdale School District

120 MAGNOLIA AVE, Hillsdale, NJ 07642

Enrollment

492

Student-Teacher

8.5:1

Score

8.5

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#173 of 2,466

In Hillsdale

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Hillsdale School District

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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George G White

8.5/10

Middle School in Hillsdale · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About George G White

George G White is a public middle school in Hillsdale, NJ, part of Hillsdale School District. George G White serves approximately 492 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. George G White has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #173 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for George G White show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • NJ avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

At 8.5:1 students to teachers, George G White 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 Progress7.2Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.1Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency80.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+28.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+27.9 pts
Overall Proficiency75% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,715
Chronic Absenteeism4.7%

George G White — Students at George G White score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

7.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 66.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
36.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 76.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 47 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
77%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
79%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
79%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
54%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
71.7%
ELA
74.6%
2025
Math
69.9%
ELA
80.6%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How George G White Compares

See how George G White performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
93th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
8%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.7%

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

120 MAGNOLIA AVE, Hillsdale, NJ 07642

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering George G White may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Holdrum Middle School (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby River Vale), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Westwood Regional Middle School (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Westwood), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Patrick M Villano School (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Emerson), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hillsdale, see our Hillsdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JOHN'S ACADEMY Hillsdale 0.4 mi 6.1
Pascack Valley High School Hillsdale 0.6 mi 6.8
PRIMORIS ACADEMY Westwood 0.7 mi 8.6
Meadowbrook Hillsdale 0.9 mi 9.2
Berkeley Elementary Westwood 1.0 mi 6.3
Brookside Elementary School Westwood 1.2 mi 7.1
Westwood Regional Middle School Westwood 1.3 mi 8.8
Jessie F. George Elementary Township Of Washington 1.1 mi 9.2
Memorial School Emerson 1.5 mi 7.6
East Brook Elementary School Park Ridge 1.7 mi 8.0
Holdrum Middle School River Vale 1.3 mi 9.1
Roberge Elementary School River Vale 1.5 mi 8.3
Woodcliff Middle School Woodcliff Lake 1.7 mi 7.1
Washington Elementary School Township Of Washington 1.7 mi 6.0
Ann Blanche Smith Hillsdale 1.6 mi 9.1
Dorchester Elementary School Woodcliff Lake 1.9 mi 7.8
Park Ridge High School Park Ridge 2.1 mi 7.4
Patrick M Villano School Emerson 2.2 mi 7.9
Westwood Regional High School Township Of Washington 2.1 mi 5.7
Emerson Jr Sr High Emerson 2.3 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07642 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$169,862

Median Home Value

$656,800

Median Rent

$1,720/mo

Population

10,086

College Educated

62.1%

Homeownership

90.3%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

3.9%

Median Age

42.4

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River Dell Middle School River Edge, NJ 8.5
Rosa Parks Community School Orange, NJ 8.5
Bernardsville Middle School Bernardsville, NJ 8.6
Charles DeWolf Middle School Old Tappan, NJ 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about George G White

What grades does George G White serve?

George G White serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend George G White?

George G White has an enrollment of approximately 492 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at George G White?

The student-teacher ratio at George G White is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does George G White rank in NJ?

George G White ranks #173 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is George G White's MySchoolScout rating?

George G White has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 George G White?

Based on loaded state assessment records, George G White has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is George G White a charter school?

No, George G White is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is George G White a Title I school?

No, George G White is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George G White?

7.9% of students at George G White 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
86 Very Walkable
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Free/Reduced Lunch
7.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.7%

District

Hillsdale School District
District Enrollment
1,149
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,715
District Rank
#3 of 3

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