Hillcrest High School is a public high school in Simpsonville, South Carolina, United States, and is one of the largest high schools in the Greenville County School District. It was opened on September 3, 1957 for students from Simpsonville, Mauldin and Fountain Inn.
Serving 1,894 students in grades 9-12, Hillcrest High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,894 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillcrest Senior High serves the southeast part of Simpsonville, SC, covering an area of approximately 81.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 10.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillcrest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hillcrest High School's student population of 1,894 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,894 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1957
School Rankings
Hillcrest High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest High School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#78 out of 1118 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rambo The Ram
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest High School's ranking?
Hillcrest High School is ranked #78 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Hillcrest High School often compared to?
Hillcrest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mauldin High School, Woodmont High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hillcrest High School?
The graduation rate of Hillcrest High School is 88%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Hillcrest High School?
1,894 students attend Hillcrest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Hillcrest High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillcrest High School?
Hillcrest High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hillcrest High School offer ?
Hillcrest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hillcrest High School part of?
Hillcrest High School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
It has been awhile since High School,but the old school shares alot of good memories. The class of 1965,1966,and 1967 some say was the last of the inninence?
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