Serving 1,314 students in grades 9-12, Hillcrest High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 72% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillcrest High School's student population of 1,314 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hillcrest High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3396 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)4%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
5%
27%
Black
90%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
72%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
29%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest High School's ranking?
Hillcrest High School is ranked #3396 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hillcrest High School often compared to?
Hillcrest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Homewood-flossmoor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hillcrest High School?
The graduation rate of Hillcrest High School is 72%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hillcrest High School?
1,314 students attend Hillcrest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Hillcrest High School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillcrest High School?
Hillcrest High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hillcrest High School offer ?
Hillcrest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hillcrest High School part of?
Hillcrest High School is part of Bremen CHSD 228 School District.
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