Serving 569 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). 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 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 569 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hilltop Elementary School's student population of 569 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
569 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hilltop Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilltop Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#244 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
27%
36%
White
54%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #244 out of 2,204 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?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% 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?
569 students attend Hilltop Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Hilltop Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 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
What school district is Hilltop Elementary School part of?
Hilltop Elementary School is part of Houston County School District.
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