Serving 614 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hillcrest Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillcrest Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Antioch, IL, covering approximately 31.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.7 miles to the edge and the furthest point being 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillcrest Elementary School's student population of 614 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
614 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillcrest Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1393 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest Elementary School's ranking?
Hillcrest Elementary School is ranked #1393 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hillcrest Elementary School often compared to?
Hillcrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avon Center Elementary School, Grass Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hillcrest Elementary School?
614 students attend Hillcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Hillcrest Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillcrest Elementary School?
Hillcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hillcrest Elementary School offer ?
Hillcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hillcrest Elementary School part of?
Hillcrest Elementary School is part of Antioch CCSD 34 School District.
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