Serving 2,287 students in grades 9-12, Hillcrest High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillcrest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hillcrest High School's student population of 2,287 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hillcrest High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#100 out of 1095 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
24%
32%
White
56%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest High School's ranking?
Hillcrest High School is ranked #100 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Hillcrest High School often compared to?
Hillcrest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mauldin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hillcrest High School?
The graduation rate of Hillcrest High School is 84%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Hillcrest High School?
2,287 students attend Hillcrest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Hillcrest High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillcrest High School?
Hillcrest High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hillcrest High School offer ?
Hillcrest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillcrest High School part of?
Hillcrest High School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 5/16/2016
It has been awhile since High School,but the old school shares alot of good memories. The class of 1965,1966,and 1967 some say was the last of the inninence?
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