Serving 115 students in grades 4-5, Hilltop Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hilltop Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hilltop Elementary School's student population of 115 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
115 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hilltop Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilltop Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#535 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
20%
11%
Black
4%
12%
White
72%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilltop Elementary School's ranking?
Hilltop Elementary School is ranked #535 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hilltop Elementary School?
115 students attend Hilltop Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Hilltop Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hilltop Elementary School?
Hilltop Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hilltop Elementary School offer ?
Hilltop Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Hilltop Elementary School part of?
Hilltop Elementary School is part of Le Sueur-Henderson School District.
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