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Hillcrest Elementary School

500 FRANKLIN BLVD, SOMERSET, NJ 08873

About Hillcrest Elementary School

Hillcrest School is located at 500 Franklin Boulevard in Somerset set in a suburban-township environment of Somerset County. They serve students from grades PK-5 and enrolls approximately 452 students with a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. 27% of students are proficient in math and 23% meet or exceed grade-level reading benchmarks. The student population is made up of 49% female students and 51% male students. The?????????? school is proud of its diverse student body and focuses on community, inclusivity and digital readiness throughout the learning process.

One of the main features of Hillcrest is its ranking as one of the top 20% most diverse schools in New Jersey, which confirms its large and varied multicultural mix as well as the positive and inclusive learning climate. Parents frequently point out the friendly atmosphere at school, the staff working together and the feeling of being part of the community, which is the reason why Hillcrest School has been acknowledged as one of the best elementary schools in New Jersey for families that value community and diversity ??????????most.

Hillcrest Elementary School Contact Information

Address

500 FRANKLIN BLVD, SOMERSET, NJ 08873

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Phone

(732) 246-0170

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 27%
Reading 23%
State average proficiency is 27% in Math and 23% in Reading.
44
Full-time Teachers
10 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
452
Total Students
$73228
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 160 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Hillcrest Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:55 AM - 3:10 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:40 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 5.7%
Asian 16%
Hispanic 45.4%
Black 28.4%
Two+ Races 3.4%
Native Am. 1.3%
White
5.7%
Asian
16%
Hispanic
45.4%
Black
28.4%
Two+ Races
3.4%
Native Am.
1.3%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 452
49.2%
222 Female
50.8%
230 Male

Student Population

452 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 10 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

445 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Hillcrest School has released the 2025–2026 Chromebook Protection Plan and Repair Request Form for students and families.

FAQ

Q1. How does Hillcrest School ensure a smooth transition for new students?

Ans. New students get adjusted quickly by the help of orientation sessions and peer buddy programs.

Q2. What enrichment opportunities are offered beyond regular classes?

Ans. Students participate in clubs, STEM fairs, and art exhibitions all year round.

Q3. How can parents track important school updates at Hillcrest School?

Ans. Families receive notifications through newsletters, emails, and the district website.

Q4. What safety practices are emphasized at Hillcrest School?

Ans. The school practices regular drills and maintains a secure, monitored campus.

Q5. How does Hillcrest School support environmental responsibility?

Ans. Recycling drives and eco-awareness projects teach students sustainability values.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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