Serving 749 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Westmont Hilltop Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Westmont Hilltop El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entirety of its school district in Johnstown, PA, covering approximately 15.6 square miles. Most areas within the zone are a short 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the zone edges and the furthest point being about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westmont Hilltop Elementary School's student population of 749 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
749 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Westmont Hilltop Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westmont Hilltop Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#917 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
79%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westmont Hilltop Elementary School's ranking?
Westmont Hilltop Elementary School is ranked #917 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Westmont Hilltop Elementary School often compared to?
Westmont Hilltop Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Westmont Hilltop Elementary School?
749 students attend Westmont Hilltop Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Westmont Hilltop Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westmont Hilltop Elementary School?
Westmont Hilltop Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westmont Hilltop Elementary School offer ?
Westmont Hilltop Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westmont Hilltop Elementary School part of?
Westmont Hilltop Elementary School is part of Westmont Hilltop School District.
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