Excellent
#113 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 5% 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
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#113 of 2,466
In Livingston
#2 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 9
Livingston Board of Education School District
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Hillside Elementary School
Hillside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Livingston, NJ, part of Livingston Board of Education School District. Hillside Elementary School serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #113 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Hillside Elementary School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Hillside Elementary School — Students at Hillside Elementary School score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
2.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 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: 8.4/10.
How Hillside Elementary School Compares
See how Hillside Elementary 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
98 Belmont Drive, Livingston, NJ 07039
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Collins Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Burnet Hill Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Riker Hill Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. 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
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| Dr. Michael Conti School Jersey City, NJ | 8.7 |
| East Amwell Township Ringoes, NJ | 8.7 |
| Edward H. Bryan Cresskill, NJ | 8.7 |
| Gregory Elementary School W. Orange, NJ | 8.7 |
| Hartshorn School Short Hills, NJ | 8.7 |
| Kingwood Township School Frenchtown, NJ | 8.7 |
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 ranks #113 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Hillside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Hillside Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hillside Elementary School has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.9%
- Phone
- (973) 535-8000
Resources & Links
District
Livingston Board of Education School District- District Enrollment
- 6,489
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,041
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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