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 (2026)
- 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%)
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
22 students
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinals
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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