Hillcrest Elementary School serves 363 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 71%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 71%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Math Proficiency: 88%
- Reading Proficiency: 88%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillcrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hillcrest Elementary School's student population of 363 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hillcrest Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)88%
71%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)88%
71%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
18%
11%
Black
44%
41%
White
33%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hillcrest Elementary School often compared to?
Hillcrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A. E. Phillips Laboratory School, Glen View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 71% LA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% LA state average).
How many students attend Hillcrest Elementary School?
363 students attend Hillcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Hillcrest Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillcrest Elementary School?
Hillcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hillcrest Elementary School offer ?
Hillcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillcrest Elementary School part of?
Hillcrest Elementary School is part of Lincoln Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 8/20/2012
This school is a family tradition. My son, daughter, one grandson, and now a grandaughter will attend this year. Upset that the grandson has been transferred to another school due to moving kids around this year. He has learning issues and is settled in at Hillcrest. Would you please consider taking him back due to his learning issues? His name is Zakk Gay.
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