Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Quest Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: QUEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire Hilton school district, encompassing approximately 70.4 square miles around the city of Hilton, NY. Parents can expect a typical driving time of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Quest Elementary School's student population of 459 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
459 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Quest Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Quest Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#1985 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Quest Elementary School's ranking?
Quest Elementary School is ranked #1985 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Quest Elementary School often compared to?
Quest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwood Elementary School, Village Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Quest Elementary School?
459 students attend Quest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Quest Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Quest Elementary School?
Quest Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Quest Elementary School offer ?
Quest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Quest Elementary School part of?
Quest Elementary School is part of Hilton Central School District.
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