Serving 1,483 students in grades 6-8, Hillsdale Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillsdale Middle School's student population of 1,483 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillsdale Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsdale Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3017 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
26%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
56%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsdale Middle School's ranking?
Hillsdale Middle School is ranked #3017 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hillsdale Middle School often compared to?
Hillsdale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pride Academy At Prospect Avenue, College Preparatory Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hillsdale Middle School?
1,483 students attend Hillsdale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Hillsdale Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillsdale Middle School?
Hillsdale Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hillsdale Middle School offer ?
Hillsdale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hillsdale Middle School part of?
Hillsdale Middle School is part of Cajon Valley Union School District.
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