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#29 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 1% in state

Meadowbrook

Elementary School · Hillsdale School District

50 PIERMONT AVE, Hillsdale, NJ 07642

Enrollment

333

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#29 of 2,466

In Hillsdale

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Hillsdale School District

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Meadowbrook

9.2/10

Elementary School in Hillsdale · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.8/10

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9.1/10

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About Meadowbrook

Meadowbrook is a public elementary school in Hillsdale, NJ, part of Hillsdale School District. Meadowbrook serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Meadowbrook has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #29 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Meadowbrook show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.1
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+5.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency82.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency92.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+34.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+48.9 pts
Overall Proficiency88% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)68% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+19.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,715
Chronic Absenteeism6.6%

Meadowbrook — Students at Meadowbrook score 88% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

1.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 77.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2024
Math
73.9%
ELA
89.7%
2025
Math
82.3%
ELA
92.8%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Meadowbrook Compares

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

Overall Score
9.2/10
99th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
1%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.6%

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

50 PIERMONT AVE, Hillsdale, NJ 07642

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Meadowbrook may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jessie F. George Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Township Of Washington), with a very similar rating. Another option is Memorial Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Montvale), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Roberge Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby River Vale), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hillsdale, see our Hillsdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Pascack Valley High School Hillsdale 0.4 mi 6.8
Holdrum Middle School River Vale 0.6 mi 9.1
George G White Hillsdale 0.9 mi 8.5
Berkeley Elementary Westwood 1.2 mi 6.3
East Brook Elementary School Park Ridge 1.2 mi 8.0
Roberge Elementary School River Vale 1.3 mi 8.3
PRIMORIS ACADEMY Westwood 1.4 mi 8.6
ST JOHN'S ACADEMY Hillsdale 1.2 mi 6.1
Woodside Elementary School River Vale 1.7 mi 5.4
Brookside Elementary School Westwood 1.8 mi 7.1
Westwood Regional Middle School Westwood 1.9 mi 8.8
Memorial School Emerson 2.0 mi 7.6
Park Ridge High School Park Ridge 2.0 mi 7.4
Charles DeWolf Middle School Old Tappan 1.7 mi 8.6
Jessie F. George Elementary Township Of Washington 2.0 mi 9.2
Memorial Elementary School Montvale 2.3 mi 8.7
Patrick M Villano School Emerson 2.5 mi 7.9
T. Baldwin Demarest Elementary School Old Tappan 1.9 mi 5.6
Emerson Jr Sr High Emerson 2.6 mi 7.4
Woodcliff Middle School Woodcliff Lake 2.1 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07642 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$169,862

Median Home Value

$656,800

Median Rent

$1,720/mo

Population

10,086

College Educated

62.1%

Homeownership

90.3%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

3.9%

Median Age

42.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Euclid Elementary School Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 9.2
Jessie F. George Elementary Township Of Washington, NJ 9.2
Luther Lee Emerson School Demarest, NJ 9.2
Stonybrook Elementary School Kinnelon, NJ 9.2
Three Bridges School Three Bridges, NJ 9.2
Troy Hills Elementary School Parsippany, NJ 9.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Meadowbrook

What grades does Meadowbrook serve?

Meadowbrook serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Meadowbrook?

Meadowbrook has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Meadowbrook?

The student-teacher ratio at Meadowbrook is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Meadowbrook rank in NJ?

Meadowbrook ranks #29 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Meadowbrook's MySchoolScout rating?

Meadowbrook has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Meadowbrook?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Meadowbrook has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Meadowbrook a charter school?

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

Is Meadowbrook a Title I school?

No, Meadowbrook is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meadowbrook?

1.2% of students at Meadowbrook 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
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
1.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.6%

District

Hillsdale School District
District Enrollment
1,149
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,715
District Rank
#1 of 3

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