Serving 407 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hillview Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillview Elementary School serves the northeast part of Newark, OH, covering an area of approximately 7.1 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with distances to the edge of the zone averaging 1.5 miles and extending up to 2.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillview Elementary School's student population of 407 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 Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillview Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillview Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#928 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillview Elementary School's ranking?
Hillview Elementary School is ranked #928 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Hillview Elementary School often compared to?
Hillview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Clem Elementary School, Legend Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Hillview Elementary School?
407 students attend Hillview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Hillview Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hillview Elementary School offer ?
Hillview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillview Elementary School part of?
Hillview Elementary School is part of Newark City School District.
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