Very Good
#465 of 2,463 schools in NJ
Top 19% in state
Hillside Elementary School
Elementary School · Livingston Board of Education School District
98 Belmont Drive, Livingston, NJ 07039
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Livingston
#7 of 9
public schools
New Jersey elementary schools
#315 of 1,496
In district
#7 of 9
Livingston Board of Education School District
Equity
9.5 / 10
Exceptional
About Hillside Elementary School
Hillside Elementary School serves 487 students from kindergarten through fifth grade in Livingston, New Jersey. With a student-teacher ratio of 12.5:1 and 39 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides a supportive learning environment where students receive personalized attention. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.7 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking 232nd out of 2,475 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 91st percentile.
Students consistently perform well on state assessments, with 82% achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, and 72% meeting or exceeding proficiency standards in mathematics. Hillside Elementary is situated in an affluent and highly educated community where 74% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The surrounding neighborhood features a median household income of $202,619 and median home values of $709,800, with only a 3.5% poverty rate among the area's 31,091 residents.
Located on Belmont Drive in this large suburban area of Essex County, Hillside Elementary benefits from being part of a community that strongly values education and provides substantial resources to support student success. The school serves families in an established, prosperous suburban setting where educational achievement is prioritized.
Score Breakdown
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Hillside Elementary School — Students at Hillside Elementary School score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
2.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)
Based on 13 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: 7.5/10.
How Hillside Elementary School Compares
See how Hillside Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 81% (2019) to 72% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 87% (2019) to 82% (2022).
Location
98 Belmont Drive, Livingston, NJ 07039
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Harrison Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Burnet Hill Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Collins Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Livingston, see our Livingston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07039 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$218,416
Median Home Value
$746,100
Median Rent
$2,953/mo
Population
31,128
College Educated
73%
Homeownership
86.2%
Avg Commute
37.1 min
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Median Age
44.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Hillside Elementary School has a median household income of $218,416. It is a well-educated community where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $746,100, with a median rent of $2,953/month. The local poverty rate of 2.2% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bee Meadow School Whippany, NJ | 7.7 |
| Brighton Avenue School Atlantic City, NJ | 7.7 |
| Campbell Elementary School Metuchen, NJ | 7.7 |
| Dionne Warwick Institute East Orange, NJ | 7.7 |
| Elizabeth Avenue School Somerset, NJ | 7.7 |
| Frank J Smith Elementary East Hanover, NJ | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillside Elementary School
What grades does Hillside Elementary School serve?
Hillside Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Hillside Elementary School?
Hillside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillside Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillside Elementary School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hillside Elementary School rank in NJ?
Hillside Elementary School is ranked #465 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.
What is Hillside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillside Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Hillside Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Hillside Elementary School has 75.4% math proficiency and 83.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Hillside Elementary School a charter school?
No, Hillside Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hillside Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Hillside Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hillside Elementary School?
2.7% of students at Hillside 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.
Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 487
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 2.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (973) 535-8000
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Livingston Board of Education School District- District Enrollment
- 6,489
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,041
- District Rank
- #7 of 9
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