Very Good
#818 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 33% in state
John Hill School
Middle School · Boonton Town Public School District
435 LATHROP AVENUE, Boonton, NJ 07005
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
3rd – 8th
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
3rd – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#818 of 2,466
In Boonton
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Boonton Town Public School District
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About John Hill School
John Hill School is a public middle school in Boonton, NJ, part of Boonton Town Public School District. John Hill School serves approximately 546 students, and covers grades 3rd-8th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. John Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #818 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for John Hill School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, John Hill School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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John Hill School — Students at John Hill School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 54 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.8/10.
How John Hill School Compares
See how John Hill 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
435 LATHROP AVENUE, Boonton, NJ 07005
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Hill School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Central Middle School (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Parsippany), which scores notably higher. Another option is Briarcliff Middle School (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Mountain Lakes), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Robert R Lazar Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Montville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Boonton, see our Boonton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Boonton High School Boonton | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| ALPHABETLAND Boonton | 0.3 mi | — |
| School Street School Boonton | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL SCHOOL Boonton | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| SEDES SAPEINTIAE SCHOOL INC Boonton | 0.8 mi | — |
| Knollwood Elementary School Parsippany | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Mountain Lakes High School Mountain Lakes | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Intervale Elementary School Boonton | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Northvail Elementary School Parsippany | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Lake Hiawatha Elementary School Parsippany | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| William Mason School Montville | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Briarcliff Middle School Mountain Lakes | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Wildwood Elementary School Mountain Lakes | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Parsippany High School Parsippany | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Central Middle School Parsippany | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Parsippany | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Robert R Lazar Middle School Montville | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Rockaway Valley School Boonton Township | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montville | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Lake Drive Program for Hearing Impaired Mountain Lakes | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,411
Median Home Value
$565,900
Median Rent
$1,779/mo
Population
15,240
College Educated
55.6%
Homeownership
70.9%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
42
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Charles W. Lewis Middle School Blackwood, NJ | 7.1 |
| Emma C Attales Absecon, NJ | 7.1 |
| Indian Hill School Holmdel, NJ | 7.1 |
| Knollwood School Fair Haven, NJ | 7.1 |
| Lumberton Middle School Lumberton, NJ | 7.1 |
| Mount Pleasant Middle School Livingston, NJ | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Hill School
What grades does John Hill School serve?
John Hill School serves students in grades 3rd through 8th.
How many students attend John Hill School?
John Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 546 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Hill School?
The student-teacher ratio at John Hill School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Hill School rank in NJ?
John Hill School ranks #818 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is John Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?
John Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 John Hill School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Hill School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John Hill School a charter school?
No, John Hill School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Hill School a Title I school?
No, John Hill School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Hill School?
37.9% of students at John Hill 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
- 3rd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 546
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.0%
- Phone
- (973) 335-9700
Resources & Links
District
Boonton Town Public School District- District Enrollment
- 1,555
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,032
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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