Hillcrest Elementary School serves 326 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 71%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 71%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Math Proficiency: 88%
- Reading Proficiency: 88%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillcrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Hillcrest Elementary School's student population of 326 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hillcrest Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)88%
71%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)88%
71%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
18%
11%
Black
44%
42%
White
29%
41%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hillcrest Elementary School often compared to?
Hillcrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen View Elementary School, A. E. Phillips Laboratory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 71% LA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% LA state average).
How many students attend Hillcrest Elementary School?
326 students attend Hillcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Hillcrest Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillcrest Elementary School?
Hillcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hillcrest Elementary School offer ?
Hillcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillcrest Elementary School part of?
Hillcrest Elementary School is part of Lincoln Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is a family tradition. My son, daughter, one grandson, and now a grandaughter will attend this year. Upset that the grandson has been transferred to another school due to moving kids around this year. He has learning issues and is settled in at Hillcrest. Would you please consider taking him back due to his learning issues? His name is Zakk Gay.
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