HILLCREST SCHOOL

HILLCREST SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Morris School District school district, located in MORRISTOWN, NJ with about 291 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd 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 24 teachers, HILLCREST SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Based on the location provided, **HILLCREST SCHOOL** in Morristown, New Jersey, is a public elementary school that serves students from kindergarten through second grade. It is part of the Morris School District, a diverse, regional district that serves the communities of Morristown and Morris Township. The school is known for fostering a supportive early-childhood environment, focusing on foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and building a sense of community among its youngest learners.

The school is characterized by its commitment to a "whole-child" approach, emphasizing not only core subjects like literacy and mathematics but also the development of character, curiosity, and creativity. By concentrating specifically on the K–2 age group, Hillcrest is able to tailor its instructional methods and physical environment to the unique developmental needs of early elementary students, ensuring a smooth transition as they prepare for the intermediate grades within the district.

For more information, contact HILLCREST SCHOOL at (973) 292-2240 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.