Serving 842 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hillcrest Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 842 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillcrest Elementary School serves the southwest part of Lake Stevens, WA, covering an area of approximately 3.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillcrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hillcrest Elementary School's student population of 842 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
842 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Hillcrest Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#298 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
52%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest Elementary School's ranking?
Hillcrest Elementary School is ranked #298 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Hillcrest Elementary School often compared to?
Hillcrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skyline Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Hillcrest Elementary School?
842 students attend Hillcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Hillcrest Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillcrest Elementary School?
Hillcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hillcrest Elementary School offer ?
Hillcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillcrest Elementary School part of?
Hillcrest Elementary School is part of Lake Stevens School District.
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