Serving 422 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Hilltop Primary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Hilltop Primary School serves the northern part of Mound, MN, covering an attendance area of approximately 15.6 square miles, with typical drive times of 5-10 minutes for families living within the zone. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 2.5 miles, extending out to a maximum of 4.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hilltop Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hilltop Primary School's student population of 422 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hilltop Primary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilltop Primary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#19 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
88%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Hawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilltop Primary School's ranking?
Hilltop Primary School is ranked #19 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Hilltop Primary School often compared to?
Hilltop Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shirley Hills Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hilltop Primary School?
422 students attend Hilltop Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Hilltop Primary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hilltop Primary School?
Hilltop Primary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hilltop Primary School offer ?
Hilltop Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hilltop Primary School part of?
Hilltop Primary School is part of Westonka Public School District.
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