Serving 2,590 students in grades 8-12, Hillcrest High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 2,590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 75% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillcrest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hillcrest High School's student population of 2,590 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 165 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
165 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hillcrest High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2330 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
28%
10%
Hispanic
36%
29%
Black
26%
16%
White
3%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest High School's ranking?
Hillcrest High School is ranked #2330 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hillcrest High School?
The graduation rate of Hillcrest High School is 75%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Hillcrest High School?
2,590 students attend Hillcrest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Hillcrest High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 26% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% 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 higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hillcrest High School offer ?
Hillcrest High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillcrest High School part of?
Hillcrest High School is part of New York City Geographic District #28 School District.
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