Serving 761 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 17:1 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 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 761 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Hilldale Elementary serves the southern part of Oklahoma City, covering an area of approximately 5.8 square miles, with most students living within a 2.3-mile average distance from the school and a typical drive time of 5-10 minutes. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 3.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hilldale Elementary School's student population of 761 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
761 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
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 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. 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
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
80%
21%
Black
7%
8%
White
6%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.6%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
49%
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
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?
761 students attend Hilldale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Hilldale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 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 17:1, 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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