Serving 401 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hilltop Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hilltop Elementary School serves the northern part of Wheeling, WV, covering an area of approximately 47.4 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hilltop Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hilltop Elementary School's student population of 401 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
401 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Hilltop Elementary is Collaboratively Committed to Continuous Learning for All!
School Rankings
Hilltop Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilltop Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#130 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
n/a
4%
White
96%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilltop Elementary School's ranking?
Hilltop Elementary School is ranked #130 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Hilltop Elementary School often compared to?
Hilltop Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elm Grove Elementary School, Glen Dale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Hilltop Elementary School?
401 students attend Hilltop Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Hilltop Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hilltop Elementary School?
Hilltop Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hilltop Elementary School offer ?
Hilltop Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hilltop Elementary School part of?
Hilltop Elementary School is part of Marshall County Schools.
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