Serving 352 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hillrise Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillrise Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hillrise Elementary School's student population of 352 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hillrise Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillrise Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#41 out of 902 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
84%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillrise Elementary School's ranking?
Hillrise Elementary School is ranked #41 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Hillrise Elementary School often compared to?
Hillrise Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westridge Elementary School, West Dodge Station Elementary School, Loveland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Hillrise Elementary School?
352 students attend Hillrise Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Hillrise Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillrise Elementary School?
Hillrise Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hillrise Elementary School offer ?
Hillrise Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hillrise Elementary School part of?
Hillrise Elementary School is part of Elkhorn Public Schools School District.
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