Serving 441 students in grades 6-8, Hilltonia Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hilltonia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Hilltonia Middle School's student population of 441 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hilltonia Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilltonia Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3028 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
17%
7%
Black
33%
17%
White
39%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilltonia Middle School's ranking?
Hilltonia Middle School is ranked #3028 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Hilltonia Middle School?
441 students attend Hilltonia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Hilltonia Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hilltonia Middle School?
Hilltonia Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hilltonia Middle School offer ?
Hilltonia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hilltonia Middle School part of?
Hilltonia Middle School is part of Columbus City Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Hilltonia Middle School located?
Hilltonia Middle School is located in the Hilltop neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 23 other public schools located in Hilltop.
School Reviews
4 5/1/2020
People aren't kidding when they say it's a terrible school.
5 12/28/2015
I LOVE HILLTONIA every second I was there. I LOVE the Teachers especially Mr. Carter. He is a 8th grade math teacher and I LOVE his stories of TEACH Me that he would make up everyday just to make all of my classmates laugh. Ms. Lebuae is the principle and she is very nice. Now I am in high school and I miss all of my teachers. Also my friends because they went to another high school and I had to go to a different high school. Ms. Shinabarger, Mr. Blosser,Mr. Carter, and Ms. Blake are one of the best teachers ever. I would to HILLTONIA and visit my teachers if I could but I can't because I am to busy. But when I have a chance to visit them I will.
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