Hillcrest High School, formerly Vickery Meadows High School is a public secondary school located in North Dallas, Texas. Hillcrest High School enrolls students in grades 9–12 and is a part of the Dallas Independent School District. In 2018, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 1,572 students in grades 9-12, Hillcrest High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillcrest High School serves the northern part of Dallas, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 15.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillcrest High School's student population of 1,572 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,572 students
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Year Founded
1938
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Rankings
Hillcrest High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest High School is 0.50, 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
#6937 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
68%
54%
Black
18%
13%
White
11%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest High School's ranking?
Hillcrest High School is ranked #6937 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hillcrest High School often compared to?
Hillcrest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like W T White High School, Lake Highlands High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hillcrest High School?
The graduation rate of Hillcrest High School is 86%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hillcrest High School?
1,572 students attend Hillcrest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Hillcrest High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 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 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hillcrest High School offer ?
Hillcrest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hillcrest High School part of?
Hillcrest High School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Hillcrest High School located?
Hillcrest High School is located in the North Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in North Dallas.
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