Hillside High School is a comprehensive four-year public high school that serves students in ninth through twelfth grades from Hillside, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, operating as the lone secondary school of the Hillside Public Schools.
Serving 911 students in grades 9-12, Hillside High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 911 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillside High School's student population of 911 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
911 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1940
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Motto
Hillside High School students will take the initiative to become respectful citizens, creative problem solvers, and inspirational leaders who will be equipped with the skills to compete in an ever-changing global society.
School Rankings
Hillside High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillside High School is 0.57, 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
#1730 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
36%
35%
Black
55%
14%
White
7%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Hillside Public School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillside High School's ranking?
Hillside High School is ranked #1730 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hillside High School often compared to?
Hillside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like David Brearley Middle/high School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hillside High School?
The graduation rate of Hillside High School is 85%, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Hillside High School?
911 students attend Hillside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Hillside High School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillside High School?
Hillside High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hillside High School offer ?
Hillside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillside High School part of?
Hillside High School is part of Hillside Public School District.
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