Serving 188 students in grades 6-8, Hilltop Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hilltop School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Ilwaco, WA school district, covering approximately 338 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located 28.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hilltop Elementary School's student population of 188 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
188 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
Average Class Size
15 students
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Hilltop Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilltop Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1782 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
20%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
75%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilltop Elementary School's ranking?
Hilltop Elementary School is ranked #1782 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Hilltop Elementary School?
188 students attend Hilltop Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Hilltop Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
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 Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hilltop Elementary School offer ?
Hilltop Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hilltop Elementary School part of?
Hilltop Elementary School is part of Ocean Beach School District.
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