Serving 101 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hillside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hillside Elementary School's student population of 101 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
101 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1936
School Motto
Go Hawks!
School Rankings
Hillside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillside Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6013 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillside Elementary School's ranking?
Hillside Elementary School is ranked #6013 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hillside Elementary School?
101 students attend Hillside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Hillside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillside Elementary School?
Hillside Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hillside Elementary School offer ?
Hillside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hillside Elementary School part of?
Hillside Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hillside Elementary School located?
Hillside Elementary School is located in the Lincoln Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Lincoln Heights.
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