Where Honor, Respect, Curiosity, Integrity, & Responsibility Guide Every Learner Toward Personal Excellence
Pre-K-8 Private Education
School Spirit Lives Here
We Celebrate The Freedom To Grow In Every Direction.
Our Mission
About
We are Hilltop!
Hilltop Country Day School is where academic excellence meets character development for students in Kindergarten through Grade 8. Our dynamic learning community in Sparta, New Jersey cultivates critical thinkers, compassionate leaders, and confident communicators through personalized instruction and a nurturing environment built on integrity, respect, and empathy.
We empower every student with the knowledge, skills, and values needed to thrive in today’s world
We empower every student with the knowledge, skills, and values needed to thrive in today’s world
Outcomes
Small Classes. Big Success.
Average class size
10-14
Student Outcomes
90%
High school placement at top regional and boarding schools
Tech focus
100%
One-to-one mobile devices from K-8th
TSA State Champions
InvestRight State Champions
InvestRight National Winners
DAR 1st Place
Founded in
Number of Divisions
Early Childhood, Lower School, Upper School
Community Focus
%
Average Class Size
Testimonials
Testimonials
I started my journey at Hilltop as a tiny pre-school student and graduated 8th grade with an exceptional, well-rounded education, prepared to tackle any academic challenge. My teachers were some of the most dedicated, creative, and caring people I have ever known. Learning was always a fun, hands on experience whether we were designing robots, building our class garden, or learning Mandarin. I loved my time at Hilltop and cannot think of a better place to start an education. Anna Fraser, Hilltop Class of 2025.