Serving 964 students in grades 6-8, Hillside 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 33% (which is equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% 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: 964 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillside Middle School's student population of 964 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
964 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Hillside 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 Hillside Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#3876 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
43%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
34%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Hillside Middle School's ranking?
Hillside Middle School is ranked #3876 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hillside Middle School often compared to?
Hillside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley View Middle School, Sinaloa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hillside Middle School?
964 students attend Hillside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Hillside Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillside Middle School?
Hillside Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hillside Middle School offer ?
Hillside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hillside Middle School part of?
Hillside Middle School is part of Simi Valley Unified School District.
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