Hilltop Elementary School

3201 68th St E
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 613 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hilltop Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 613 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Bottom 50% in MN
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Hilltop Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Hilltop Elementary School's student population of 613 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
613 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Hilltop Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilltop Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MN)
#1441 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
27%
46%
30%
51%
20-24%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
29%
12%
Black
16%
12%
White
39%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.73
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hilltop Elementary School's ranking?
Hilltop Elementary School is ranked #1441 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Hilltop Elementary School often compared to?
Hilltop Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Bend Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hilltop Elementary School?
613 students attend Hilltop Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Hilltop Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
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 Minnesota state average of 13:1.
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 Inver Grove Heights Schools.

School Reviews

Review Hilltop Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

Public School Transportation & Commute Planning Guide
Public School Transportation & Commute Planning Guide
Learn how public school transportation and commute planning can help families prepare for the coming school year safely and efficiently.
New Public School Safety Protocols 2025–26 Guide
New Public School Safety Protocols 2025–26 Guide
Learn how new public school safety protocols for 2025–26 affect students, parents, and schools nationwide.
How Technology Transforms Education in 2025
How Technology Transforms Education in 2025
Explore how technology shapes learning today, with updated data, policy context, trends, and real-world implications for students, educators, and families.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 613 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Quick Links