Serving 417 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hillview Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillview Elementary School serves the west part of Idaho Falls, ID, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillview Elementary School's student population of 417 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Hillview Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillview Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#246 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
22%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
73%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillview Elementary School's ranking?
Hillview Elementary School is ranked #246 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Hillview Elementary School often compared to?
Hillview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alturas International Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Hillview Elementary School?
417 students attend Hillview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Hillview Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillview Elementary School?
Hillview Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hillview Elementary School offer ?
Hillview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillview Elementary School part of?
Hillview Elementary School is part of Bonneville Joint School District.
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