Situated between the town's two main roads, Route 206 and Amwell Road, Hillsborough Elementary School houses grades kindergarten through 4th.

The school's curriculum includes reading, writing, handwriting and spelling, math, social studies, science, health, physical education, library skills, art, music and foreign language.

The school also provides academic support instruction for students who need it, services for special needs students, English as a second language support, guidance, a child study team, speech and a gifted program known as REACH (Reach, Explore Academic and Creative Heights).

In addition, the school prides itself on its character education program, and selects a character trait students study -- and attempt to embody -- each month. Mike Volpe has been principal since 2006.