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#168 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 31% of private schools
Stellar Academy of Hillsborough
Elementary School
51 US HIGHWAY 206, Hillsborough, NJ 08844
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#168 of 534
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About Stellar Academy of Hillsborough
Stellar Academy of Hillsborough is a private elementary school in Hillsborough, NJ. Stellar Academy of Hillsborough serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Stellar Academy of Hillsborough has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #168 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Stellar Academy of Hillsborough is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.5:1 students to teachers, Stellar Academy of Hillsborough sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Stellar Academy of Hillsborough is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Stellar Academy of Hillsborough compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Hillsborough, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Stellar Academy of Hillsborough (this school) | 6.9 |
| Sunnymead Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Triangle Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Hillsborough Township Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Amsterdam Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Woods Road Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Woodfern Elementary School | 5.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NJ.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NJ
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
51 US HIGHWAY 206, Hillsborough, NJ 08844
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stellar Academy of Hillsborough may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Somerset Elementary Academy (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Bridgewater), which scores notably higher. Another option is Adamsville Primary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Bridgewater), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Van Derveer Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Somerville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hillsborough, see our Hillsborough schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08844 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,785
Median Home Value
$537,300
Median Rent
$2,171/mo
Population
43,708
College Educated
61.6%
Homeownership
82.5%
Avg Commute
34.4 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
42.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stellar Academy of Hillsborough
What grades does Stellar Academy of Hillsborough serve?
Stellar Academy of Hillsborough serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Stellar Academy of Hillsborough?
Stellar Academy of Hillsborough has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stellar Academy of Hillsborough?
The student-teacher ratio at Stellar Academy of Hillsborough is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Stellar Academy of Hillsborough rank in NJ?
Stellar Academy of Hillsborough ranks #168 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Stellar Academy of Hillsborough's MySchoolScout rating?
Stellar Academy of Hillsborough has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Stellar Academy of Hillsborough a private school?
Yes, Stellar Academy of Hillsborough is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Stellar Academy of Hillsborough a religious school?
No, Stellar Academy of Hillsborough is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 30
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 250 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Somerset County
- Phone
- (908) 255-4247
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