Serving 362 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Hillside Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillside Elementary serves the northwest part of Amarillo, TX, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 56.2 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with distances to the zone's edge averaging about 3.4 miles and reaching up to 13.5 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hillside Elementary School's student population of 362 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
362 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
Our Mission is to empower students through academic and character development to obtain lifelong success as servant leaders.
School Rankings
Hillside Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillside Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#702 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
42%
54%
Black
6%
13%
White
46%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillside Elementary School's ranking?
Hillside Elementary School is ranked #702 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hillside Elementary School often compared to?
Hillside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arden Road Elementary School, Bushland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hillside Elementary School?
362 students attend Hillside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Hillside Elementary School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillside Elementary School?
Hillside Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hillside Elementary School offer ?
Hillside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Hillside Elementary School part of?
Hillside Elementary School is part of Canyon Independent School District.
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