Hillside Innovation Academy serves 101 students in grades 7-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillside Innovation Academy's student population of 101 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
101 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hillside Innovation Academy is 0.59, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
31%
34%
Black
55%
14%
White
12%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Hillside Innovation Academy?
101 students attend Hillside Innovation Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Hillside Innovation Academy students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillside Innovation Academy?
Hillside Innovation Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hillside Innovation Academy offer ?
Hillside Innovation Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Hillside Innovation Academy part of?
Hillside Innovation Academy is part of Hillside Public School District.
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