Hillcrest High School ranked in the bottom 50% statewide from 2010 to 2023, dropping from #620 in 2010 to #1220 in 2023 in Alabama public school rankings.
Math proficiency declined to 5% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency ranged from 11–19%, also lower than the state average near 47%.
Minority enrollment was 93% in 2023, with Black students comprising the majority; enrollment decreased from 570 students in 2018 to 317 in 2023, alongside an increase in free lunch eligibility from 52% to 79%.
The school served grades 9–12 with 317 students and 18 teachers in 2023, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 18:1.
Graduation rates from 2013–2023 ranged between 85–89%, below the Alabama state average of approximately 88%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillcrest High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Evergreen, AL, covering approximately 852.7 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 18.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 30.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillcrest High School's student population of 290 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
290 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1989
School Calendar
School Motto
1 Person, 1 Team, 1 School, Making A Difference
School Rankings
Hillcrest High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1220 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
88%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Red
School Mascot
Jaguars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest High School's ranking?
Hillcrest High School is ranked #1220 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Hillcrest High School often compared to?
Hillcrest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Genesis School, Genesis Innovative School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hillcrest High School?
The graduation rate of Hillcrest High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hillcrest High School?
290 students attend Hillcrest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Hillcrest High School students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillcrest High School?
Hillcrest High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hillcrest High School offer ?
Hillcrest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillcrest High School part of?
Hillcrest High School is part of Conecuh County School District.
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