Serving 532 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hillcrest Drive Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillcrest Drive Elementary School's student population of 532 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Hillcrest Drive Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest Drive Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9479 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
43%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest Drive Elementary School's ranking?
Hillcrest Drive Elementary School is ranked #9479 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hillcrest Drive Elementary School?
532 students attend Hillcrest Drive Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Hillcrest Drive Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillcrest Drive Elementary School?
Hillcrest Drive Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hillcrest Drive Elementary School offer ?
Hillcrest Drive Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hillcrest Drive Elementary School part of?
Hillcrest Drive Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hillcrest Drive Elementary School located?
Hillcrest Drive Elementary School is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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