Serving 748 students in grades 7-9, Hillcrest Jr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 748 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillcrest Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hillcrest Jr High School's student population of 748 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
748 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Hillcrest Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest Jr High School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#779 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)31%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)36%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
30%
20%
Black
6%
1%
White
56%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest Jr High School's ranking?
Hillcrest Jr High School is ranked #779 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Hillcrest Jr High School often compared to?
Hillcrest Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverview Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Hillcrest Jr High School?
748 students attend Hillcrest Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Hillcrest Jr High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillcrest Jr High School?
Hillcrest Jr High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hillcrest Jr High School offer ?
Hillcrest Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Hillcrest Jr High School part of?
Hillcrest Jr High School is part of Murray School District.
In what neighborhood is Hillcrest Jr High School located?
Hillcrest Jr High School is located in the The Avenues neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 3 other public schools located in The Avenues.
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