Hillsborough Township Elementary School
486 Students
Elementary School K - 4th
School Overview
Based on the official profile of **Hillsborough Township Public Schools**, here is a summary description of the district and its elementary education approach:
Hillsborough Township Elementary School, located at 435 Route 206, is part of a large, high-performing suburban school district in Somerset County, New Jersey. The district is known for its commitment to academic excellence, providing a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. The elementary level is designed to foster a supportive learning environment that focuses on the "whole child," integrating social-emotional learning with rigorous academic standards to ensure that students develop strong foundational skills and critical thinking abilities.
Beyond core academics, the school community places a heavy emphasis on inclusivity, technology integration, and student engagement. Hillsborough schools are well-regarded for their active parent-teacher organizations and a wide array of extracurricular opportunities that encourage students to explore the arts, physical education, and community service. By maintaining a focus on personalized instruction and professional development for faculty, the school strives to prepare its diverse student population for success in the middle school years and beyond.
Hillsborough Township Elementary School, located at 435 Route 206, is part of a large, high-performing suburban school district in Somerset County, New Jersey. The district is known for its commitment to academic excellence, providing a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. The elementary level is designed to foster a supportive learning environment that focuses on the "whole child," integrating social-emotional learning with rigorous academic standards to ensure that students develop strong foundational skills and critical thinking abilities.
Beyond core academics, the school community places a heavy emphasis on inclusivity, technology integration, and student engagement. Hillsborough schools are well-regarded for their active parent-teacher organizations and a wide array of extracurricular opportunities that encourage students to explore the arts, physical education, and community service. By maintaining a focus on personalized instruction and professional development for faculty, the school strives to prepare its diverse student population for success in the middle school years and beyond.
486
Total Students
38.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
20.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 186 |
| Hispanic | 57 |
| Black | 25 |
| Asian | 189 |
| Two or More | 19 |
| American Indian | 7 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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Asian189 (38.9 %)
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White186 (38.3 %)
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Hispanic57 (11.7 %)
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Black25 (5.1 %)
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Two or More19 (3.9 %)
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American Indian7 (1.4 %)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Hillsborough Township Public School District |
| Phone: | (908)431-6600 |
| Website: | http://www.htps.us |
| Grade Range: | K - 4th |
| Total Students: | 486 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 38.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 84 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 17 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
61
Grade 1
105
Grade 2
105
Grade 3
105
Grade 4
101
Ungraded
9
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 61 |
| Grade 1 | 105 |
| Grade 2 | 105 |
| Grade 3 | 105 |
| Grade 4 | 101 |
| Ungraded | 9 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 253 | 52.1% |
| Male | 233 | 47.9% |
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