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#1197 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 49% in state
Based on limited data
Hillcrest School
Elementary School · Morris School District
160 HILLCREST AVENUE, Morristown, NJ 07960
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NJ statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
268
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
268
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,197 of 2,466
In Morristown
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#7 of 10
Morris School District
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Hillcrest School
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About Hillcrest School
Hillcrest School is a public elementary school in Morristown, NJ, part of Morris School District. Hillcrest School serves approximately 268 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillcrest School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,197 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.5
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Hillcrest School Compares
See how Hillcrest School 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
160 HILLCREST AVENUE, Morristown, NJ 07960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillcrest School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Harding Township School (rated 9.6/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby New Vernon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alexander Hamilton (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Unity Charter School (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Morristown, see our Morristown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VILLA WALSH ACADEMY Morristown | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Alexander Hamilton Morristown | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| CHEDER LUBAVITCH Morristown | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Morristown High School Morristown | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| ASSUMPTION OF THE BVM SCHOOL Morristown | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Thomas Jefferson School Morristown | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| SHEPARD PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Morristown | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Sussex Avenue School Morristown | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| THE RED OAKS SCHOOL Morristown | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Lafayette Learning Center Morristown | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| THE PECK SCHOOL Morristown | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| DELBARTON SCHOOL Morristown | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Frelinghuysen Middle School Morristown | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Alfred Vail School Morris Plains | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Central Park School Morristown | 2.3 mi | — |
| Unity Charter School Morristown | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Woodland School Convent Station | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Morris Plains Borough School Morris Plains | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Mountain Way School Morris Plains | 3.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Harding Township School New Vernon | 3.4 mi | 9.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$149,462
Median Home Value
$701,100
Median Rent
$2,173/mo
Population
46,178
College Educated
67.6%
Homeownership
61.9%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
39.5
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barclay Brook School Monroe Twp, NJ | 6.5 |
| Benjamin C Gregory Elementary School Trenton, NJ | 6.5 |
| Brayton Elementary School Summit, NJ | 6.5 |
| Brooklake School Florham Park, NJ | 6.5 |
| David C. Douglass Memorial School Villas, NJ | 6.5 |
| Ecole Toussaint Louverture East Orange, NJ | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillcrest School
What grades does Hillcrest School serve?
Hillcrest School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Hillcrest School?
Hillcrest School has an enrollment of approximately 268 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hillcrest School rank in NJ?
Hillcrest School ranks #1,197 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Hillcrest School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillcrest School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hillcrest School a charter school?
No, Hillcrest School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hillcrest School a Title I school?
No, Hillcrest School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hillcrest School?
53.0% of students at Hillcrest 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 268
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.4%
- Phone
- (973) 292-2240
Resources & Links
District
Morris School District- District Enrollment
- 5,708
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,078
- District Rank
- #7 of 10
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