Serving 354 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hillcrest ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Math Proficiency: 82%
- Reading Proficiency: 88%
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Hillcrest's student population of 354 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hillcrest is 0.71, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)82%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)88%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
7%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
45%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
24%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Hillcrest?
354 students attend Hillcrest.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Hillcrest students are White, 24% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillcrest?
Hillcrest has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to 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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