Serving 328 students in grades 3-5, Hilltop Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hilltop Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Hilltop Elementary School's student population of 328 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hilltop Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilltop Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#126 out of 3241 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
24%
17%
White
40%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilltop Elementary School's ranking?
Hilltop Elementary School is ranked #126 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Hilltop Elementary School often compared to?
Hilltop Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boulevard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Hilltop Elementary School?
328 students attend Hilltop Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Hilltop Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 24% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hilltop Elementary School?
Hilltop Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hilltop Elementary School offer ?
Hilltop Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Hilltop Elementary School part of?
Hilltop Elementary School is part of Beachwood City School District.
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