HILLSIDE GRADE SCHOOL

HILLSIDE GRADE SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW HYDE PARK-GARDEN CITY PARK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in NEW HYDE PARK, NY with about 561 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 38 teachers, HILLSIDE GRADE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

HILLSIDE GRADE SCHOOL, located in New Hyde Park, New York, is a public elementary school serving students in kindergarten through sixth grade. As a prominent institution within the New Hyde Park-Garden City Park Union Free School District, the school is deeply committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The curriculum emphasizes core academic excellence—including literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies—while integrating technology and creative arts to encourage a well-rounded development for its diverse student body.

Beyond academics, HILLSIDE GRADE SCHOOL places a strong focus on character education and community engagement. The school’s mission centers on cultivating critical thinking, collaboration, and a lifelong love of learning, supported by an active Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) that enhances the student experience through enrichment programs and community events. By maintaining a partnership between dedicated faculty, supportive families, and the surrounding New Hyde Park community, Hillside aims to prepare its students not only for academic success in middle school but also to become responsible and thoughtful citizens.

For more information, contact HILLSIDE GRADE SCHOOL at (516) 434-2419 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.