Serving 317 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Hilton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84%
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hilton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Hilton Elementary School's student population of 317 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hilton Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80-84%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
57%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
34%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hilton Elementary School often compared to?
Hilton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cottonwood Elementary School, Apple Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Hilton Elementary School?
317 students attend Hilton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Hilton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hilton Elementary School?
Hilton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hilton Elementary School offer ?
Hilton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hilton Elementary School part of?
Hilton Elementary School is part of Zillah School District.
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