Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hillcrest Pds Magnet 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillcrest Pds Magnet's student population of 433 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Hillcrest Pds Magnet ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest Pds Magnet is 0.61, 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
#4315 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
56%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
25%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest Pds Magnet's ranking?
Hillcrest Pds Magnet is ranked #4315 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hillcrest Pds Magnet?
433 students attend Hillcrest Pds Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Hillcrest Pds Magnet students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillcrest Pds Magnet?
Hillcrest Pds Magnet has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hillcrest Pds Magnet offer ?
Hillcrest Pds Magnet offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hillcrest Pds Magnet part of?
Hillcrest Pds Magnet is part of Waco Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Hillcrest Pds Magnet located?
Hillcrest Pds Magnet is located in the Landon Branch neighborhood of Waco, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Landon Branch.
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