Serving 578 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hillside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan 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 Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is equal to the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hillside Elementary School's student population of 578 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hillside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillside Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#960 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
31%
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
20%
18%
White
41%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillside Elementary School's ranking?
Hillside Elementary School is ranked #960 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hillside Elementary School often compared to?
Hillside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longacre Elementary 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 36% MI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Hillside Elementary School?
578 students attend Hillside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Hillside Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillside Elementary School?
Hillside Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hillside Elementary School offer ?
Hillside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hillside Elementary School part of?
Hillside Elementary School is part of Farmington Public School District.
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