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Hatchery Hill Elementary School

Elementary School · Hackettstown Public School District

398 5th Avenue, Hackettstown, NJ 07840

Enrollment

283

Student-Teacher

9.1:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 1st

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,693 of 2,466

In Hackettstown

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Hackettstown Public School District

Equity

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Hatchery Hill Elementary School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Hackettstown · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.5/10

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7.4/10

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About Hatchery Hill Elementary School

Hatchery Hill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hackettstown, NJ, part of Hackettstown Public School District. Hatchery Hill Elementary School serves approximately 283 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hatchery Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,693 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Hatchery Hill Elementary School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Hatchery Hill Elementary 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 Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-2.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2019
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2019 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2019 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,390
Chronic Absenteeism17%

Hatchery Hill Elementary School — Students at Hatchery Hill Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ EDFACTS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 66.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
57%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.

How Hatchery Hill Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
31th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
5.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

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

398 5th Avenue, Hackettstown, NJ 07840

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hatchery Hill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sandshore Rd. Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Budd Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Great Meadows), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Flocktown-Kossmann Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Long Valley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hackettstown, see our Hackettstown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Hackettstown High School Hackettstown 0.3 mi 4.5
Hackettstown Middle School Hackettstown 0.6 mi 7.4
Willow Grove Elementary School Hackettstown 1.7 mi 6.8
Flocktown-Kossmann Elementary School Long Valley 2.9 mi 8.1
Benedict A. Cucinella School Long Valley 3.1 mi 8.1
Sandshore Rd. Elementary School Budd Lake 3.6 mi 8.2
Great Meadows Regional Middle School Great Meadows 4.0 mi 5.8
Central Elementary School Great Meadows 4.0 mi 8.2
Mountain Villa School Allamuchy 5.0 mi 5.1
Long Valley Middle School Long Valley 5.1 mi 7.6
Allamuchy Township School Allamuchy 5.7 mi 5.2
Mount Olive Middle School Budd Lake 4.6 mi 6.0
Mansfield Township Elementary Port Murray 6.2 mi 7.5
Old Farmers Road School Long Valley 6.3 mi 7.1
Chester M. Stephens Elementary School Budd Lake 5.8 mi 6.7
West Morris Central High School Chester 6.1 mi 6.9
Tinc Rd. Elementary School Flanders 6.0 mi 7.7
TRANQUILITY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Andover 7.8 mi
Califon Public School Califon 8.2 mi 8.0
Mount Olive High School Flanders 6.5 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07840 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,956

Median Home Value

$373,000

Median Rent

$1,469/mo

Population

31,995

College Educated

49.3%

Homeownership

70.8%

Avg Commute

33.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

42.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hatchery Hill Elementary School

What grades does Hatchery Hill Elementary School serve?

Hatchery Hill Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.

How many students attend Hatchery Hill Elementary School?

Hatchery Hill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 283 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hatchery Hill Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hatchery Hill Elementary School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hatchery Hill Elementary School rank in NJ?

Hatchery Hill Elementary School ranks #1,693 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Hatchery Hill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hatchery Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Hatchery Hill Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hatchery Hill Elementary School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

Is Hatchery Hill Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Hatchery Hill Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

44.9% of students at Hatchery Hill Elementary 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
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Warren County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

District

Hackettstown Public School District
District Enrollment
2,041
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,390
District Rank
#3 of 4

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