Serving 788 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hilltop Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 788 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hilltop Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Argyle, TX, covering approximately 35.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.6 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum of 6.6 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hilltop Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hilltop Elementary School's student population of 788 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
788 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Hilltop Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilltop Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#762 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
13%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
68%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilltop Elementary School's ranking?
Hilltop Elementary School is ranked #762 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hilltop Elementary School often compared to?
Hilltop Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Argyle West by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hilltop Elementary School?
788 students attend Hilltop Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Hilltop Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hilltop Elementary School?
Hilltop Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas 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 Argyle Independent School District.
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