- Bear Tavern Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 461 students
- Hopewell Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 397 students
- Stony Brook Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 395 students
- Toll Gate Grammar School — Grades PK–5 · 299 students
- Timberlane Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 803 students
- Hopewell Valley Central High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,068 students
| Metric | Hopewell Valley Regional School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 3,474 | 3,700 | ≈ Near average |
| Number of Schools | 6 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $23,000/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 9/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hopewell Valley Regional School District (this district) | 9/10 | 82nd | 3,474 |
| Hunterdon Central Regional School District | 8/10 | 74th | 2,507 |
| Robbinsville Township School District | 9/10 | 83rd | 3,073 |
| Montgomery Township School District | 10/10 | 92nd | 4,611 |
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Ranked against 582 rated districts in NJ → 82nd percentile → 9/10.
Source: New Jersey Dept. of Education NJSLA, grades 3–8 Met/Exceeded Expectations, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Hopewell Valley Regional School District
Hopewell Valley Regional School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 08560 in Hopewell Valley, New Jersey. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 08560. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Public school districts in New Jersey spend approximately $23,000 per student per year on average (state-level estimate; district-level figures vary), well above the national average (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Districts at this funding level typically offer smaller class sizes, broader elective and extracurricular programs, stronger technology infrastructure, and more competitive teacher salaries. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 6 schools serving approximately 3,474 students across grades Pre-K – 12th, Hopewell Valley Regional School District is a mid-sized district. Contact Hopewell Valley Regional School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 9/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Hopewell Valley Regional School District 8 out of 10 — above average among New Jersey public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in New Jersey’s NJSLA grades 3–8 ELA & Math assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because New Jersey is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Hopewell Valley Regional School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in New Jersey. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 08560
Children in zip code 08560 are assigned to Hopewell Valley Regional School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 08560, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Hopewell Valley Regional School District at (609)737-4000 or visit www.hvrsd.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — New Jersey districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Hopewell Valley
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Hopewell Valley Regional School District serves zip code 08560, homes in and around zip code 08560 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In New Jersey, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Hopewell Valley Regional School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 08560.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Hopewell Valley Regional School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 08560 data.