Serving 261 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hill Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Davison school district, covering approximately 61.2 square miles. The zone is designed such that the average distance to the school from its edges is about 4.7 miles, with the furthest point located 6.5 miles away, making for a typical drive time of 10 to 12 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hill Elementary School's student population of 261 students has declined by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
261 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hill Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#93 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
82%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Hill Elementary School is ranked #93 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomson Elementary School, Gates Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hill Elementary School?
261 students attend Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Hill Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hill Elementary School?
Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hill Elementary School offer ?
Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Hill Elementary School part of?
Hill Elementary School is part of Davison Community Schools.
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