Hillside Middle School

1941 Alamo Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 512 students in grades 6-8, Hillside Middle 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 18% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 512 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Hillside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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School Overview

Hillside Middle School's student population of 512 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
512 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Hillside Middle 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 Hillside Middle School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#2206 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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18%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Hillside Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
34%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Hillside Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
30-34%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Hillside Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
7%
9%
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Black
51%
18%
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White
31%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Hillside Middle School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Michigan.
0.64
This chart displays the diversity score of Hillside Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Hillside Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Hillside Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hillside Middle School's ranking?
Hillside Middle School is ranked #2206 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hillside Middle School often compared to?
Hillside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Linden Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hillside Middle School?
512 students attend Hillside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Hillside Middle School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillside Middle School?
Hillside Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hillside Middle School offer ?
Hillside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hillside Middle School part of?
Hillside Middle School is part of Kalamazoo School District.
In what neighborhood is Hillside Middle School located?
Hillside Middle School is located in the Westwood neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Westwood.

School Reviews

5   4/10/2012
I am moving into the area and would like to get some insight regarding Hillside. From a parent's & student's perspective, what is the school like? I see statistics, but would like to know what the everyday life is like there. How easy is it to communicate with staff? Are students receptive to new students? Is it a great school or is it one that you send your child to because you have no choice?
- Posted by Parent - mrs68

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 512 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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