Summary:
The Closter Public School District in New Jersey is home to one exceptional elementary school, Hillside Elementary School, which serves students from pre-kindergarten through 4th grade. This standout institution has consistently maintained a 4-5 star rating from SchoolDigger, placing it among the top 7% of elementary schools in the state for the 2024-2025 school year.
Hillside Elementary's academic excellence is evident in its students' outstanding performance on state assessments. Third and fourth-grade students at the school score 20-30 percentage points above the state averages in both English Language Arts and Mathematics, a clear indication of the school's commitment to providing a high-quality education. With a student-teacher ratio of 10.2, which is lower than the state average, Hillside Elementary is able to offer personalized attention and support to its 620 students.
While Hillside Elementary's academic achievements are commendable, the data also reveals an area for potential improvement. The school's slightly elevated chronic absenteeism rate of 14.9%, compared to the state target of 10%, suggests that the school and district may need to investigate the underlying causes and implement strategies to address this challenge. Additionally, the school's very low percentage of economically disadvantaged students, as indicated by the free/reduced lunch rate of 1.77%, raises questions about the school's ability to provide equitable educational opportunities to a diverse student population.
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