For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 338 students in the neighborhood of Hillcrest, Lawrence, KS.
The top-ranked public school in Hillcrest is Hillcrest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Hillcrest, Lawrence, KS public school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 33% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Hillcrest, Lawrence, KS (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1045 Hilltop Dr
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5720
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 832-5720
Gr: K-5 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Hillcrest, Lawrence, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Hillcrest, Lawrence, KS include Hillcrest Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Hillcrest, Lawrence?
1 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Hillcrest, Lawrence.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Hillcrest, Lawrence?
the neighborhood of Hillcrest, Lawrence public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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