Serving 537 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hillsdale Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillsdale Elementary School serves the southwest part of West Chester, PA, covering an area of approximately 9.2 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillsdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hillsdale Elementary School's student population of 537 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
537 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Average Class Size
23 students
School Rankings
Hillsdale Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsdale Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#229 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
74%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsdale Elementary School's ranking?
Hillsdale Elementary School is ranked #229 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Hillsdale Elementary School often compared to?
Hillsdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pocopson 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 38% PA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Hillsdale Elementary School?
537 students attend Hillsdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Hillsdale Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillsdale Elementary School?
Hillsdale Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hillsdale Elementary School offer ?
Hillsdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hillsdale Elementary School part of?
Hillsdale Elementary School is part of West Chester Area School District.
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