Serving 366 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hillcrest Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillcrest Elementary School's student population of 366 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
366 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hillcrest Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)42%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)51%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
6%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
82%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hillcrest Elementary School often compared to?
Hillcrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like El Sierra Elementary School, Kingsley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% IL state average).
How many students attend Hillcrest Elementary School?
366 students attend Hillcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Hillcrest Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillcrest Elementary School?
Hillcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hillcrest Elementary School offer ?
Hillcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Hillcrest Elementary School part of?
Hillcrest Elementary School is part of Downers Grove Gsd 58 School District.
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