For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,140 students in Hilton, NY (there are , serving 221 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Hilton, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Hilton, NY are Hilton High School, Northwood Elementary School and Quest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hilton, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Hilton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hilton, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hilton High School
(Math: 98% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
400 East Ave
Hilton, NY 14468
(585) 392-1000
Hilton, NY 14468
(585) 392-1000
Grades: 9-12
| 1,382 students
Rank: #22.
Northwood Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
433 N Greece Rd
Hilton, NY 14468
(585) 392-1000
Hilton, NY 14468
(585) 392-1000
Grades: K-6
| 735 students
Rank: #33.
Quest Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
225 West Ave
Hilton, NY 14468
(585) 392-1000
Hilton, NY 14468
(585) 392-1000
Grades: PK-6
| 450 students
Rank: #44.
Merton Williams Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 School Ln
Hilton, NY 14468
(585) 392-1000
Hilton, NY 14468
(585) 392-1000
Grades: 6-8
| 612 students
Rank: #55.
Village Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 School Ln
Hilton, NY 14468
(585) 392-1000
Hilton, NY 14468
(585) 392-1000
Grades: PK-6
| 961 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hilton, NY?
The top ranked public schools in Hilton, NY include Hilton High School, Northwood Elementary School and Quest Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hilton?
5 public schools are located in Hilton.
What percentage of students in Hilton go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Hilton are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hilton?
Hilton public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Hilton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Hilton include: Quest Elementary School vs. Northwood Elementary School, Village Elementary School vs. Quest Elementary School, Northwood Elementary School vs. Quest Elementary School
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