Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hilltop Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hilltop Elementary School serves the northern part of Wauchula, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 4.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 1.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hilltop Elementary School's student population of 298 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hilltop Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilltop Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#1654 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
72%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilltop Elementary School's ranking?
Hilltop Elementary School is ranked #1654 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Hilltop Elementary School often compared to?
Hilltop Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wauchula Elementary School, Zolfo Springs Elementary School, Bowling Green 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 52% FL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hilltop Elementary School?
298 students attend Hilltop Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Hilltop Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hilltop Elementary School?
Hilltop Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
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 Hardee School District.
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