Serving 690 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hillsdale Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 690 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillsdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hillsdale Elementary School's student population of 690 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
690 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hillsdale Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsdale Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#64 out of 709 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
85%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsdale Elementary School's ranking?
Hillsdale Elementary School is ranked #64 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Hillsdale Elementary School often compared to?
Hillsdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Siena Elementary School, Mary Mcpherson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Hillsdale Elementary School?
690 students attend Hillsdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Hillsdale Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillsdale Elementary School?
Hillsdale Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hillsdale Elementary School offer ?
Hillsdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hillsdale Elementary School part of?
Hillsdale Elementary School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
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