Serving 302 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Hillcrest Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillcrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Hillcrest Elementary School's student population of 302 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Hillcrest Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2091 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest Elementary School's ranking?
Hillcrest Elementary School is ranked #2091 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hillcrest Elementary School?
302 students attend Hillcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Hillcrest Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillcrest Elementary School?
Hillcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hillcrest Elementary School offer ?
Hillcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hillcrest Elementary School part of?
Hillcrest Elementary School is part of Crestwood School District.
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