Serving 299 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hillcrest Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillcrest Elementary School serves the northwest part of Boise, ID, covering an area of approximately 13.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillcrest Elementary School's student population of 299 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
299 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Making Every Day Count!
School Rankings
Hillcrest Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#539 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest Elementary School's ranking?
Hillcrest Elementary School is ranked #539 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Hillcrest Elementary School often compared to?
Hillcrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grace Jordan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Hillcrest Elementary School?
299 students attend Hillcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Hillcrest Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillcrest Elementary School?
Hillcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hillcrest Elementary School offer ?
Hillcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillcrest Elementary School part of?
Hillcrest Elementary School is part of Boise Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Hillcrest Elementary School located?
Hillcrest Elementary School is located in the Boise Bench neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 10 other public schools located in Boise Bench.
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