Serving 846 students in grades 6-8, Hillview Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 846 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillview Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Menlo Park, CA, covering approximately 6.4 square miles. Typically, students can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillview Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hillview Middle School's student population of 846 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
846 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Motto
The Hillview Community inspires and empowers all students to be curious and resilient problem solvers, compassionate and constructive contributors, and lifelong learners.
School Rankings
Hillview Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillview Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#424 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
18%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillview Middle School's ranking?
Hillview Middle School is ranked #424 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hillview Middle School often compared to?
Hillview Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Entrada Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hillview Middle School?
846 students attend Hillview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Hillview Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillview Middle School?
Hillview Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hillview Middle School offer ?
Hillview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hillview Middle School part of?
Hillview Middle School is part of Menlo Park City Elementary School District.
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