Serving 436 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Hillcrest Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillcrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hillcrest Elementary School's student population of 436 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Hillcrest Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1793 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
65%
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest Elementary School's ranking?
Hillcrest Elementary School is ranked #1793 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hillcrest Elementary School often compared to?
Hillcrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monterey Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hillcrest Elementary School?
436 students attend Hillcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hillcrest Elementary School students are Asian, 29% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillcrest Elementary School?
Hillcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hillcrest Elementary School offer ?
Hillcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Hillcrest Elementary School part of?
Hillcrest Elementary School is part of Garvey Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Hillcrest Elementary School located?
Hillcrest Elementary School is located in the Garvey neighborhood of Monterey Park, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Garvey.
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