Serving 393 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hillcrest ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillcrest Elementary serves the northern part of Oakland, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillcrest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hillcrest's student population of 393 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
393 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillcrest ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest is 0.75, which is more 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
#480 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
25%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest's ranking?
Hillcrest is ranked #480 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hillcrest often compared to?
Hillcrestis often viewed alongside schools like Chabot Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hillcrest?
393 students attend Hillcrest.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Hillcrest students are White, 25% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillcrest?
Hillcrest has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hillcrest offer ?
Hillcrest offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Hillcrest part of?
Hillcrest is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hillcrest located?
Hillcrest is located in the Upper Rockridge neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Upper Rockridge.
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