Auten Road Intermediate School

Hillsborough Township Public School District

www.htps.us

1,112 Students

Middle School 5th - 6th

School Overview

Auten Road Intermediate School (ARIS) is a public school located in Hillsborough, New Jersey, serving students in grades 5 and 6. As a pivotal transition point in the Hillsborough Township Public Schools district, the school is designed to bridge the gap between elementary education and the middle school experience. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive, student-centered environment that encourages academic growth, social responsibility, and the development of independence as students navigate the complexities of pre-adolescence.

Academically, ARIS offers a comprehensive curriculum that balances core subjects—such as mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies—with a variety of exploratory programs. The school is known for its commitment to community building, frequently organizing activities and initiatives that promote character education and inclusivity. By providing a structured yet engaging learning environment, Auten Road Intermediate School aims to equip its diverse student body with the fundamental skills and confidence necessary for success as they prepare for the rigors of Hillsborough Middle School.

1,112

Total Students

111.8

Full-Time Teachers

10.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

14.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Auten Road Intermediate School
Demographic	Student Count
White	433
Hispanic	159
Black	57
Asian	433
Two or More	20
American Indian	5
Pacific Islander	5

White
433 (38.9%)
Asian
433 (38.9%)
Hispanic
159 (14.3%)
Black
57 (5.1%)
Two or More
20 (1.8%)
American Indian
5 (0.4%)
Pacific Islander
5 (0.4%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle 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:	5th - 6th
Total Students:	1,112
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	111.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	10.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	138
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	28

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 5 572

Grade 6 540