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Sunnymead Elementary School
Elementary School · Hillsborough Township Public School District
55 Sunnymead Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,959 of 2,466
In Hillsborough
#9 of 9
public schools
In district
#9 of 9
Hillsborough Township Public School District
Equity
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Sunnymead Elementary School
Elementary School in Hillsborough · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sunnymead Elementary School
Sunnymead Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hillsborough, NJ, part of Hillsborough Township Public School District. Sunnymead Elementary School serves approximately 529 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunnymead Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,959 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Sunnymead Elementary School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Sunnymead Elementary School — Students at Sunnymead Elementary School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 3.8/10.
How Sunnymead Elementary School Compares
See how Sunnymead 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
55 Sunnymead Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunnymead Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Somerset Elementary Academy (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Bridgewater), which scores notably higher. Another option is Adamsville Primary School (rated 8.4/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Bridgewater), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Van Derveer Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Somerville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hillsborough, see our Hillsborough schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 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 Sunnymead Elementary School
What grades does Sunnymead Elementary School serve?
Sunnymead Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Sunnymead Elementary School?
Sunnymead Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 529 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunnymead Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunnymead Elementary School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunnymead Elementary School rank in NJ?
Sunnymead Elementary School ranks #1,959 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Sunnymead Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunnymead Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Sunnymead Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunnymead Elementary School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sunnymead Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sunnymead Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunnymead Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sunnymead Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunnymead Elementary School?
17.8% of students at Sunnymead 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 529
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Somerset County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.8%
- Phone
- (908) 431-6600
Resources & Links
District
Hillsborough Township Public School District- District Enrollment
- 7,263
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,562
- District Rank
- #9 of 9
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