HILLTOP SCHOOL

HILLTOP SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Mendham Borough School District school district, located in MENDHAM, NJ with about 259 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 25 teachers, HILLTOP SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

HILLTOP SCHOOL, located at 12 Hilltop Road in Mendham, New Jersey, is a public elementary school serving students in grades kindergarten through four. As part of the Mendham Borough School District, the school is known for its small-town atmosphere and strong commitment to fostering a supportive, student-centered learning environment. The curriculum emphasizes core academic foundations while integrating character development, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education within a nurturing community setting.

The school is highly regarded for its dedicated faculty and staff, who work closely with parents to promote student growth and academic success. With a focus on individualized instruction and meaningful classroom experiences, HILLTOP SCHOOL aims to build a solid educational base for its young learners before they transition to middle school. Its location in the historic and scenic community of Mendham contributes to a close-knit school culture that prioritizes both local traditions and modern educational standards.

For more information, contact HILLTOP SCHOOL at (973) 543-4251 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

12 HILLTOP ROAD
MENDHAM, NJ 07945-1215
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HILLTOP SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MENDHAM, NJ with about 259 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
259
Teachers:
25.09
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 259 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending HILLTOP SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 89% of the student body.

White
89.2%
Hispanic/Latino
4.6%
Asian
3.5%
Two or more races
2.7%

Female
48.6%
Male
51.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.