Serving 717 students in grades 5-8, Hillside Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 717 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillside Middle School serves the eastern part of Independence, OH, covering an area of approximately 11.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillside Middle School's student population of 717 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
717 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillside Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillside Middle School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#965 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
13%
8%
Black
6%
17%
White
71%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillside Middle School's ranking?
Hillside Middle School is ranked #965 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Hillside Middle School often compared to?
Hillside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shiloh Middle School, Greenbriar Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Hillside Middle School?
717 students attend Hillside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Hillside Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillside Middle School?
Hillside Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hillside Middle School offer ?
Hillside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillside Middle School part of?
Hillside Middle School is part of Parma City School District.
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