Serving 551 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hillcrest Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillcrest Elementary School serves the northwest part of Drexel Hill, PA, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillcrest Elementary School's student population of 551 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
551 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Hillcrest Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1904 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Black
46%
14%
White
23%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest Elementary School's ranking?
Hillcrest Elementary School is ranked #1904 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Hillcrest Elementary School often compared to?
Hillcrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Upper Darby Kdg Center, Garrettford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Hillcrest Elementary School?
551 students attend Hillcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Hillcrest Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillcrest Elementary School?
Hillcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hillcrest Elementary School offer ?
Hillcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hillcrest Elementary School part of?
Hillcrest Elementary School is part of Upper Darby School District.
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