Hillside Elementary School

4975 North Mayfield Ave.
San Bernardino, CA 92407
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 601 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Hillside Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 601 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Top 20% in CA
  • : 52% (Top 20%)
  • : 68% (Top 20%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Hillside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Hillside Elementary School's student population of 601 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Mascot
Roadrunners

School Rankings

Hillside Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillside Elementary School is 0.27, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#1490 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
52%
34%
68%
47%
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
85%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.27
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Roadrunners
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hillside Elementary School's ranking?
Hillside Elementary School is ranked #1490 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hillside Elementary School?
601 students attend Hillside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Hillside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% 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 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hillside Elementary School offer ?
Hillside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Hillside Elementary School part of?
Hillside Elementary School is part of San Bernardino City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hillside Elementary School located?
Hillside Elementary School is located in the Cajon neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 601 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 52% (Top 20%)
  • : 68% (Top 20%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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