Serving 389 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hillside School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillside School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hillside School's student population of 389 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hillside School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillside School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#881 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
66%
40%
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
19%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillside School's ranking?
Hillside School is ranked #881 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Hillside School often compared to?
Hillside Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Birchwood Elementary School, Pinewood Elementary School, Craig Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Hillside School?
389 students attend Hillside School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Hillside School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillside School?
Hillside School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hillside School offer ?
Hillside School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillside School part of?
Hillside School is part of Niskayuna Central School District.
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