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Hilltop School

Elementary School · Lodi School District

200 KIPP AVENUE, Lodi, NJ 07644

Enrollment

318

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,904 of 2,466

In Lodi

#8 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

Lodi School District

Equity

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Hilltop School

5.2/10

Elementary School in Lodi · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hilltop School

Hilltop School is a public elementary school in Lodi, NJ, part of Lodi School District. Hilltop School serves approximately 318 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Hilltop School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,904 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Hilltop School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-1.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.3 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+14.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,441
Chronic Absenteeism19.5%

Hilltop School — Students at Hilltop School score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 64.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
48.6%
ELA
63%
2025
Math
46.3%
ELA
60.2%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Hilltop School Compares

See how Hilltop School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
23th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

200 KIPP AVENUE, Lodi, NJ 07644

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hilltop School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Euclid Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Hasbrouck Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Hasbrouck Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Wood-Ridge), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lodi, see our Lodi schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL Hasbrouck Heights 0.4 mi 7.0
Hasbrouck Heights Middle School Hasbrouck Heights 0.5 mi 8.5
Hasbrouck Heights High School Hasbrouck Heights 0.5 mi 8.7
Wilson School Lodi 0.7 mi 5.7
Lodi MS HS Lodi 0.7 mi 5.9
Euclid Elementary School Hasbrouck Heights 0.7 mi 9.2
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION HIGH SCHOOL Lodi 0.5 mi 6.3
Roosevelt School Lodi 0.6 mi 6.9
FELICIAN SCHOOL FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Lodi 0.6 mi
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Lodi 0.8 mi 7.1
Lincoln Elementary School Hasbrouck Heights 0.7 mi 8.6
Catherine E. Doyle Elementary School Wood-Ridge 1.1 mi 8.3
Bergen Arts and Sciences Charter School Fair Lawn 1.0 mi 7.3
Columbus School Lodi 1.2 mi 7.0
Washington School Lodi 1.2 mi 7.7
Wood-Ridge Jr/Sr High School Wood-Ridge 1.3 mi 6.4
Wood-Ridge Intermediate School Wood-Ridge 1.4 mi 7.4
James Madison School #10 Garfield 1.1 mi 6.8
Lodi High School Lodi 1.5 mi 5.1
Roosevelt School #7 Garfield 1.2 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07644 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,570

Median Home Value

$449,200

Median Rent

$1,675/mo

Population

25,946

College Educated

28.2%

Homeownership

41.4%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

16%

Median Age

39.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hilltop School

What grades does Hilltop School serve?

Hilltop School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Hilltop School?

Hilltop School has an enrollment of approximately 318 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hilltop School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hilltop School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hilltop School rank in NJ?

Hilltop School ranks #1,904 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Hilltop School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hilltop School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Hilltop School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hilltop School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hilltop School a charter school?

No, Hilltop School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hilltop School a Title I school?

No, Hilltop School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hilltop School?

51.6% of students at Hilltop 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
77 Very Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

District

Lodi School District
District Enrollment
3,287
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,441
District Rank
#6 of 7

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