Serving 553 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hillside Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillside Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Hastings On Hudson, NY, encompassing approximately 3.4 square miles. Most areas within the zone are about a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hillside Elementary School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
553 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
22 acres
School Rankings
Hillside Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillside Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#95 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
13%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
67%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
34.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillside Elementary School's ranking?
Hillside Elementary School is ranked #95 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Hillside Elementary School often compared to?
Hillside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dows Lane (K-3) School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Hillside Elementary School?
553 students attend Hillside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Hillside Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillside Elementary School?
Hillside Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hillside Elementary School offer ?
Hillside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hillside Elementary School part of?
Hillside Elementary School is part of Hastings-On-Hudson Union Free School District.
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