Serving 952 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hilldale Lower Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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 63% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 952 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hilldale Lower Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district in Muskogee, OK, encompassing approximately 27.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 3.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 5.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hilldale Lower Elementary School's student population of 952 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
952 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1908
School Motto
There is no greater purpose than teaching.
School Rankings
Hilldale Lower Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilldale Lower Elementary School is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#783 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
25%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
24%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.1%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilldale Lower Elementary School's ranking?
Hilldale Lower Elementary School is ranked #783 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Hilldale Lower Elementary School often compared to?
Hilldale Lower Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tony Goetz Elementary School, Warner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Hilldale Lower Elementary School?
952 students attend Hilldale Lower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Hilldale Lower Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are American Indian, 24% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hilldale Lower Elementary School?
Hilldale Lower Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hilldale Lower Elementary School offer ?
Hilldale Lower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hilldale Lower Elementary School part of?
Hilldale Lower Elementary School is part of Hilldale School District.
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