Serving 749 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hilldale Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 3% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hilldale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hilldale Elementary School's student population of 749 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Mascot
Tigers
School Rankings
Hilldale Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilldale Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1578 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
78%
20%
Black
7%
8%
White
6%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilldale Elementary School's ranking?
Hilldale Elementary School is ranked #1578 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 3% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Hilldale Elementary School?
749 students attend Hilldale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Hilldale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hilldale Elementary School?
Hilldale Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hilldale Elementary School offer ?
Hilldale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hilldale Elementary School part of?
Hilldale Elementary School is part of Putnam City School District.
In what neighborhood is Hilldale Elementary School located?
Hilldale Elementary School is located in the Central Oklahoma City neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 83 other public schools located in Central Oklahoma City.
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