Serving 420 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hillview Crest Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillview Crest Elementary serves the northeast part of Hayward, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillview Crest Elementary School's student population of 420 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
420 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
Average Class Size
24 students
School Rankings
Hillview Crest Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillview Crest Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6250 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
17%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
63%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
5%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 10/06/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillview Crest Elementary School's ranking?
Hillview Crest Elementary School is ranked #6250 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hillview Crest Elementary School often compared to?
Hillview Crest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guy Jr. Emanuele Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hillview Crest Elementary School?
420 students attend Hillview Crest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Hillview Crest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillview Crest Elementary School?
Hillview Crest Elementary School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hillview Crest Elementary School offer ?
Hillview Crest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hillview Crest Elementary School part of?
Hillview Crest Elementary School is part of New Haven Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hillview Crest Elementary School located?
Hillview Crest Elementary School is located in the Fairway Prk neighborhood of Hayward, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Fairway Prk.
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