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#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

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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-0.34 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.4Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72%
Reading/ELA Proficiency82%
Math vs. State Avg+24.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+38.1 pts
Overall Proficiency77%
Expected (poverty-adj.)63%
vs. Expected+14.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,679

Hillside Elementary School — Students at Hillside Elementary School score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

2.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 75.4%
School
State
44.6%
ELA Proficiency 83.1%
School
State
49.3%

Based on 13 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
81%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
65%
ELA
74%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2024
Math
78.2%
ELA
85.3%

* 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.

Overall Score
7.7/10
81th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.4/10
9.4/10
Growth
7.5/10
Above average
Environment
5.7/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
3%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers

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 mi
School Distance Rating
Livingston High School Livingston 0.5 mi 8.6
AQUINAS ACADEMY Livingston 0.7 mi 7.9
Riker Hill Elementary School Livingston 0.8 mi 6.4
Burnet Hill Elementary School Livingston 0.9 mi 8.4
JUMP EMMERSION SCHOOL Livingston 0.8 mi
Collins Elementary School Livingston 1.0 mi 8.1
Heritage Middle School Livingston 0.9 mi 7.7
Harrison Elementary School Livingston 1.1 mi 8.6
Mount Pleasant Elementary School Livingston 1.2 mi 7.7
Mount Pleasant Middle School Livingston 1.2 mi 8.1
PILLAR HIGH SCHOOL (FORMER HORIZON HIGH SCHOOL) Livingston 1.7 mi 7.3
Frank J Smith Elementary East Hanover 2.0 mi 7.7
Lester C Noecker Roseland 2.4 mi 8.0
NEWARK ACADEMY Livingston 2.0 mi 6.2
JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER METROWEST ROSS CAMPUS West Orange 2.2 mi
Betty Maddalena Early Learning Center West Orange 2.2 mi 7.6
JOSEPH KUSHNER HEBREW ACADEMY RAE KUSHNER YESHIVA Livingston 2.2 mi 6.5
SINAI ELEMENTARY AT JOSEPH KUSHNER HEBREW ACADEMY Livingston 2.2 mi 6.3
Liberty Middle School West Orange 2.0 mi 8.3
Deerfield School Short Hills 2.8 mi 7.9

Neighborhood 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
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Campbell Elementary School Metuchen, NJ 7.7
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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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable
County Safety
Low (18/100K)

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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
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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