Hilton High School is part of the 4,450-student Hilton Central School District, a public school system based in Hilton, a suburb of Rochester, New York.
Serving 1,358 students in grades 9-12, Hilton High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,358 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 93% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hilton High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Hilton, NY, covering approximately 70.4 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hilton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hilton High School's student population of 1,358 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,358 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hilton High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilton High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#189 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
Cadets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilton High School's ranking?
Hilton High School is ranked #189 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Hilton High School often compared to?
Hilton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brighton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hilton High School?
The graduation rate of Hilton High School is 96%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Hilton High School?
1,358 students attend Hilton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Hilton High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hilton High School?
Hilton High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hilton High School offer ?
Hilton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hilton High School part of?
Hilton High School is part of Hilton Central School District.
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