Serving 599 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Hillside Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Hillside Elementary School's student population of 599 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
599 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A Concern For Each Child - A Commitment to Excellence
School Rankings
Hillside Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillside Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#158 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
41%
11%
Hispanic
8%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
41%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
38%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar Cub
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillside Elementary School's ranking?
Hillside Elementary School is ranked #158 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hillside Elementary School?
599 students attend Hillside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Hillside Elementary School students are Asian, 41% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillside Elementary School?
Hillside Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hillside Elementary School offer ?
Hillside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillside Elementary School part of?
Hillside Elementary School is part of Closter Public School District.
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