Hillcrest High School (Riverside, California) is a public high school in Riverside, California, United States. Students from Ysmael Villegas Middle School, Arizona Middle School and transfers attend Hillcrest.
Serving 1,780 students in grades 9-12, Hillcrest High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California 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 California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,780 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillcrest High serves the southern part of Riverside, CA, covering an area of approximately 16.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the zone's edge and some residing as far as 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillcrest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hillcrest High School's student population of 1,780 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,780 students
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Year Founded
2012
School Motto
The Trojan PRIDE values of Perseverance, Responsibility, Innovation, Diversity, and Excellence.
School Rankings
Hillcrest High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (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 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4117 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
69%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Gold
School Mascot
Trojan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest High School's ranking?
Hillcrest High School is ranked #4117 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hillcrest High School often compared to?
Hillcrest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Sierra 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 34% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hillcrest High School?
The graduation rate of Hillcrest High School is 99%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hillcrest High School?
1,780 students attend Hillcrest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Hillcrest High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 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 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
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 Alvord Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hillcrest High School located?
Hillcrest High School is located in the La Sierra South neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in La Sierra South.
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