What grades does Deanna G. Taylor Academy serve?

Deanna G. Taylor Academy is a Primary school serving students in HILLSIDE, NJ. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is Deanna G. Taylor Academy located?

Deanna G. Taylor Academy is located at HILLSIDE, NJ in a urban area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Deanna G. Taylor Academy?

Deanna G. Taylor Academy has a student-teacher ratio of 8:1.

What schools are in HILLSIDE, NJ?

HILLSIDE, NJ is served by the local school district. Deanna G. Taylor Academy is one of the Primary schools in the area.

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Deanna G. Taylor Academy — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|HILLSIDE, New Jersey|Hillside Public School District

HILLSIDE, NJ 07205

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Mon

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Tue

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Sep

Fri

Rosh Hashanah - School District ClosedEvent

Sep

Fri

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Mon

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School Profile

Grades

2–6

Enrollment

191

Student:Teacher

8:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Hillside Public School District

Econ. Disadvantaged

74.9%

Phone

(908)352-7664

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

40-44%

Math Proficiency

10-14%

Chronic Absenteeism

7.4%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

39 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.1:1

Near average in NJ

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

300

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.5

Social Workers

0.5

Nurses

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$25,458

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$15,316

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$28,865

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 7%State 56%Local 37%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$456,345

+4.2% 1yr+45.0% 5yr

Hudson, NY metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

16.1%

Below 150% poverty line

6.2%

Unemployment rate

12.1%

Uninsured residents

13.7%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

460

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

406

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Speech/Language Impairment

154 (38%)

Specific Learning Disability

85 (21%)

Autism

73 (18%)

Other Health Impairment

41 (10%)

Intellectual Disability

24 (6%)

Emotional Disturbance

11 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

202

Current enrollment

Declining(-13% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Sep 7, 2026

1st Day of School

Event

Tue, Sep 8, 2026

First Day of School

Event

Fri, Sep 11, 2026

Rosh Hashanah - School District Closed

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	1st Day of School	Event	—
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	First Day of School Welcome back, Hillside Public Schools!	Event	—
Fri, Sep 11, 2026	Rosh Hashanah - School District Closed	Event	—
Fri, Sep 11, 2026	Rosh Hashanah - Closed	Event	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	Yom Kippur - School District Closed	Event	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	Yom Kippur - Closed	Event	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	Latin Zumba	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Staff Development - Early Dismissal	half_day	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Early Dismissal - Election Day	half_day	—
Thu, Nov 5, 2026	NJEA Convention - Closed	Event	—
Tue, Nov 10, 2026	Parent Conferences - Early Dismissal	half_day	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Parent Conferences - Early Dismissal	half_day	—
Fri, Nov 20, 2026	Fall Harvest	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Early Dismissal - Thanksgiving	Holiday	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving Recess - Closed	Break	—
Tue, Dec 22, 2026	Co-Curriculum Night	Event	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Early Dismissal	half_day	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	Winter Recess - Closed	Break	—
Mon, Jan 11, 2027	Staff Development - Early Dismissal	half_day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK Day - Closed	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 8, 2027	Staff Development - Early Dismissal	half_day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	President's Day - Closed	Holiday	—
Wed, Feb 24, 2027	Parent Conferences - Early Dismissal	half_day	—
Fri, Feb 26, 2027	Black History Month Showcase	Event	—
Tue, Mar 2, 2027	Staff Development - Early Dismissal	half_day	—
Wed, Mar 10, 2027	Eid al-Fitr - Closed	Event	—
Fri, Mar 19, 2027	Family Game Night	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Spring Recess - Closed	Break	—
Wed, Apr 21, 2027	Multi-Cultural Night	Event	—
Thu, Apr 22, 2027	Bring Your Child to Work Day	Event	—
Fri, May 14, 2027	Spring Dance for Grades 2-4	Event	—
Mon, May 17, 2027	Eid al-Adha - Closed	Event	—
Thu, May 27, 2027	Disney Play	Event	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day - Closed	Holiday	—
Thu, Jun 10, 2027	2nd Grade Orientation	Event	—
Thu, Jun 17, 2027	Sneaker Ball for 5th and 6th	Event	—
Fri, Jun 18, 2027	Juneteenth - Closed	Event	—
Tue, Jun 22, 2027	6th Grade Moving Up Ceremony	Event	—
Thu, Jun 24, 2027	Last Day of School/6th Grade Clap Out	Event	—