Very Good
#473 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 19% in state
Hillsborough Township Middle School
Middle School · Hillsborough Township Public School District
260 Triangle Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844
Enrollment
1,230
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
1,230
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#473 of 2,466
In Hillsborough
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
Hillsborough Township Public School District
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Hillsborough Township Middle School
Middle School in Hillsborough · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Triangle Elementary School
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Hillsborough Township Elementary School
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About Hillsborough Township Middle School
Hillsborough Township Middle School is a public middle school in Hillsborough, NJ, part of Hillsborough Township Public School District. Hillsborough Township Middle School serves approximately 1,230 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillsborough Township Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #473 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Hillsborough Township Middle School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- NJ avg 6.9
Score Breakdown
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Hillsborough Township Middle School — Students at Hillsborough Township Middle School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 38 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.6/10.
How Hillsborough Township Middle School Compares
See how Hillsborough Township Middle 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
260 Triangle Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillsborough Township Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Auten Road Intermediate School (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Alexander Batcho Intermediate School (rated 6.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Manville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hillsborough, see our Hillsborough schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08844 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,785
Median Home Value
$537,300
Median Rent
$2,171/mo
Population
43,708
College Educated
61.6%
Homeownership
82.5%
Avg Commute
34.4 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
42.1
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| Brooklawn Middle School Parsippany, NJ | 7.8 |
| Frelinghuysen Middle School Morristown, NJ | 7.8 |
| Gilmore J Fisher Middle School Ewing, NJ | 7.8 |
| Jonas Salk Middle School Old Bridge, NJ | 7.8 |
| Lawrence Intermediate School Lawrenceville, NJ | 7.8 |
| Monroe Township Middle School Monroe Township, NJ | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillsborough Township Middle School
What grades does Hillsborough Township Middle School serve?
Hillsborough Township Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Hillsborough Township Middle School?
Hillsborough Township Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillsborough Township Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillsborough Township Middle School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hillsborough Township Middle School rank in NJ?
Hillsborough Township Middle School ranks #473 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Hillsborough Township Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillsborough Township Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Hillsborough Township Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hillsborough Township Middle School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hillsborough Township Middle School a charter school?
No, Hillsborough Township Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hillsborough Township Middle School a Title I school?
No, Hillsborough Township Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hillsborough Township Middle School?
11.6% of students at Hillsborough Township Middle 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,230
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 104
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Somerset County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.9%
- Phone
- (908) 431-6600
Resources & Links
District
Hillsborough Township Public School District- District Enrollment
- 7,263
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,562
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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