Serving 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hillcrest Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillcrest Elementary serves the southern part of Oneida, WI, covering an area of approximately 12.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, and the average distance to the edge of the zone is about 2.1 miles, with the furthest point being 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillcrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hillcrest Elementary School's student population of 434 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
434 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillcrest Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#376 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
7%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest Elementary School's ranking?
Hillcrest Elementary School is ranked #376 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Hillcrest Elementary School?
434 students attend Hillcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Hillcrest Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillcrest Elementary School?
Hillcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hillcrest Elementary School offer ?
Hillcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Hillcrest Elementary School part of?
Hillcrest Elementary School is part of Pulaski Community School District.
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