Hillsborough Township Public School District

District Overview
Located at 379 South Branch Road in Hillsborough, New Jersey, the Hillsborough Township Public School District is a fully operational, traditional public school district nestled within a thriving large suburban community in the greater New York–Newark–Jersey City metropolitan area. Operating nine individual schools, the district offers a seamless educational pathway spanning from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade. For the 2024–2025 academic year, the district serves a diverse enrollment of 7,246 students. The dynamic student body reflects a rich multicultural mosaic, represented prominently by Asian, White, Hispanic, Black, and multiracial students, fostering an engaging and inclusive environment for learners across all grade levels.

To deliver high-quality instruction and comprehensive student support, the district relies on a substantial professional workforce totaling over 2,320 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. The academic experience is spearheaded by approximately 1,265 FTE teachers, who are further strengthened by a dedicated team of nearly 226 FTE instructional aides and over 832 FTE support staff covering administrative, health, and facility services. This robust staffing infrastructure ensures a low student-to-educator balance and an environment tailored to academic growth, wellness, and extracurricular achievement. Families, students, and educational researchers can explore additional district initiatives online at www.htps.us or by contacting the district administrative offices directly at (908) 431-6600.
9
Total Schools
7,246
Total Students
1,264.9
Full-Time Teachers
5.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Hillsborough Township Public School District
Demographic Student Count
White2,980
Hispanic960
Black405
Asian2,622
Two or More197
American Indian50
Pacific Islander28
  • White
    2,980 (41.1%)
  • Asian
    2,622 (36.2%)
  • Hispanic
    960 (13.3%)
  • Black
    405 (5.6%)
  • Two or More
    197 (2.7%)
  • American Indian
    50 (0.7%)
  • Pacific Islander
    28 (0.4%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Hillsborough Township Public School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary6
Middle2
High1
Other0
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:9
Students:7,246*
Teachers (FTE):1,264.9*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:5.7
Schools in Hillsborough Township Public School District
Found 9 Schools