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Triangle Elementary School

Elementary School · Hillsborough Township Public School District

156 South Triangle Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844

Enrollment

364

Student-Teacher

8.7:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,753 of 2,466

In Hillsborough

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 9

Hillsborough Township Public School District

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Triangle Elementary School

5.5/10

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

Hillsborough Township Middle School

7.8/10

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7.1/10

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About Triangle Elementary School

Triangle Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hillsborough, NJ, part of Hillsborough Township Public School District. Triangle Elementary School serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Triangle Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,753 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Triangle Elementary School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Triangle Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-4.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+24.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+26 pts
Overall Proficiency71% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+8.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,562
Chronic Absenteeism11.3%

Triangle Elementary School — Students at Triangle Elementary School score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

11%

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 70.5% (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
87%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2024
Math
76.1%
ELA
75.2%
2025
Math
72.1%
ELA
69.9%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Triangle Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
29th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
11%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

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

156 South Triangle Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Triangle Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hillsborough Township Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is STELLAR ACADEMY OF HILLSBOROUGH (rated 6.9/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHERRY BLOSSOM MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Flagtown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hillsborough, see our Hillsborough schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Hillsborough Township Middle School Hillsborough 0.2 mi 7.8
Hillsborough Township Elementary School Hillsborough 0.8 mi 7.1
Auten Road Intermediate School Hillsborough 0.8 mi 7.5
Hillsborough High School Hillsborough 1.3 mi 5.9
KIDDIE ACADEMY OF HILLSBOROUGH NJ Hillsborough 1.4 mi
GODDARD SCHOOL-HILLSBOROUGH Hillsborough 1.5 mi
CHERRY BLOSSOM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Flagtown 2.0 mi 6.7
SOMERSET VALLEY YMCA-GREGORY SCOTT LOWE CHILD CARE Hillsborough 2.0 mi
Sunnymead Elementary School Hillsborough 2.2 mi 5.1
ALL DAY LEARNING CENTERS Hillsborough 3.1 mi
STELLAR ACADEMY OF HILLSBOROUGH Hillsborough 3.0 mi 6.9
Bradley Gardens Primary School Bridgewater 3.4 mi 5.8
THE LEARNING GATE Raritan 3.5 mi
John F. Kennedy Primary School Raritan 3.7 mi 6.4
ST ANN CLASSICAL ACADEMY Raritan 3.9 mi 6.5
Manville High School Manville 3.3 mi 4.2
Weston Elementary School Manville 3.2 mi 4.3
Alexander Batcho Intermediate School Manville 3.4 mi 6.8
Woods Road Elementary School Hillsborough 3.7 mi 6.1
Amsterdam Elementary School Hillsborough 3.7 mi 5.4

Neighborhood 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 Triangle Elementary School

What grades does Triangle Elementary School serve?

Triangle Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Triangle Elementary School?

Triangle Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Triangle Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Triangle Elementary School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Triangle Elementary School rank in NJ?

Triangle Elementary School ranks #1,753 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Triangle Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Triangle Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Triangle Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Triangle Elementary School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Triangle Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Triangle Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Triangle Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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

11.0% of students at Triangle 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
11.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Somerset County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

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