Hillside Elementary School

54 Orange Road

School District

Montclair Public
Grade

PK, 3-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:14
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on May 20, 2019

We love Hillside for its diversity, opportunities, and fantastic staff!
Submitted by parent on November 27, 2013

My son is an active, bright student who was discouraged when he started at this school. After just a few weeks, he became interested and motivated and remains excited about school. He even loves his homework assignments. Love Hillside.
Submitted by other on May 17, 2013

hillside is now doing the dance school ncome see fun from a student that goes thie alexcia williamson
Submitted by other on January 03, 2013

this was the best school that i have ever gone to in my entire life. I loved how they taught. My parents were not however
Submitted by other on August 16, 2012

As a former student of Hillside, I have to say that it was one of the best things my parents could have chosen for me. It is a wonderful balance of structure and freedom; core classes give students the necessary education while electives allow them to be in charge of their own curiosity. The students are given a huge sense of independence, whether it be from being able to choose from several aesthetic classes, or simply from having the ability to walk to class alone. I am now going into my second year of college, and I have found myself closely comparing the choices that university offers to 20-year-olds to those that I had as a 10-year-old. Something like emphasizing the geometry behind origami folds, or having a guest speak about epilepsy to a group of 5th graders, many would see no point in it, but Hillside saw potential. The teachers and the administration take full advantage of a child's retentive mind and put an incredible amount of effort and creativity into a program that makes students eager to learn and explore.
Submitted by parent on June 05, 2012

Hi, this is my daughter's first half year and we're loving it. The teachers and office staff has helped her in several ways. She's caught on well to the system of Hillside School, continuing to be organized and self-motivated and last but not least has made many friends! I wish everyone the best success and we love your great work! Best Regards, The Robinson Family
Submitted by parent on February 25, 2010

Hillside has enlightened my daughter to the point where she actually WANTS to go to school. They have amazing programs that the other Montclair Schools do not offer. The academics are rigorous and can be explored even further through the CI program. The CI program offers classes in every category, from math to tap dance to writing and visual arts. This school has a unique approach that looks at the whole child, incorporating an enriching program that actually strengthens my daughters academic performance.
Submitted by parent on October 23, 2009

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Submitted by parent on September 30, 2007

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