Serving 563 students in grades 3-5, Hillcrest School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillcrest School's student population of 563 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
563 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hillcrest School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3539 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
75%
29%
Black
14%
16%
White
6%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest School's ranking?
Hillcrest School is ranked #3539 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Hillcrest School often compared to?
Hillcrest Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garrison School, Haldane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Hillcrest School?
563 students attend Hillcrest School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Hillcrest School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillcrest School?
Hillcrest School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hillcrest School offer ?
Hillcrest School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillcrest School part of?
Hillcrest School is part of Peekskill City School District.
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