Serving 590 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hilltop Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hilltop Elementary School serves the northern part of Bonaire, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 9.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hilltop Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hilltop Elementary School's student population of 590 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
590 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating for Excellence!
School Rankings
Hilltop Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilltop Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#349 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
29%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilltop Elementary School's ranking?
Hilltop Elementary School is ranked #349 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Hilltop Elementary School often compared to?
Hilltop Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bonaire Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Hilltop Elementary School?
590 students attend Hilltop Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Hilltop Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hilltop Elementary School?
Hilltop Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hilltop Elementary School offer ?
Hilltop Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hilltop Elementary School part of?
Hilltop Elementary School is part of Houston County School District.
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