At a glance
Reported students
911
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
67.2
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
New Jersey high enrollment
58th percentile
Compared with 464 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
391
Hillside High School: 911 reported students.
State peer staffing position
75th percentile
13.6:1 reported; state peer median 12.1:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 892
- Teachers (FTE)
- 88
- Student–teacher ratio
- 10.1:1
What the reported data says about Hillside High School
Hillside High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Hillside. It is one of 7 current school records connected to Hillside Public School District. NCES reports 911 students for 2024–25.
Among 464 high schools in New Jersey with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 783 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 58th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.6:1, above the New Jersey median of 12.1:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (54.8%) and Hispanic or Latino (36.1%). English learners represent 8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.5%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 14 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Hillside High School
- 1How do the reported 13.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 67.2 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 8%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.5%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 66.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White7.4%
- Hispanic36.1%
- Black54.8%
- Asian0.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial0.8%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
14 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Hillside Public School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Abram P. Morris Early Childhood Center
Elementary · Grades PK–01
625 reported students
Hurden Looker Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 02–06
408 reported students
Ola Edwards Community School
Elementary · Grades 02–06
391 reported students
Walter O. Krumbiegel Middle School
Middle · Grades 07–08
323 reported students
Deanna G. Taylor Academy
Elementary · Grades 02–06
202 reported students
Hillside Innovation Academy
Middle · Grades 07–08
97 reported students
Public schools near Hillside High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work Readiness Academy High · Union County Educational Services Commission | 12–12 | 23 | 0.9 mi |
| Weequahic High School High · Newark Public School District | 09–12 | 592 | 1.5 mi |
| Eagle Academy for Young Men of Newark High · Newark Public School District | 09–12 | 155 | 1.5 mi |
| Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy High · Elizabeth Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,015 | 1.8 mi |
| Elizabeth High School - Frank J Cicarell Academy High · Elizabeth Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,268 | 2.4 mi |
| Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy High · Elizabeth Public Schools | 09–12 | 1,144 | 2.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Hillside High School
What grades does Hillside High School serve?
Hillside High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Hillside Public School District.
How many students attend Hillside High School?
Hillside High School reported 911 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 58th percentile among 464 New Jersey high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 892 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Hillside High School?
The calculated ratio is 13.6:1, based on 911 students and 67.2 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The New Jersey median for the same school level is 12.1:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Hillside High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Hillside High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Hillside Public School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Hillside High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
66.5% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Hillside High School in?
Hillside High School is part of Hillside Public School District, based in Hillside, NJ, which operates 7 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Hillside High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Work Readiness Academy (0.9 mi), Weequahic High School (1.5 mi), Eagle Academy for Young Men of Newark (1.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.