Serving 465 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Hilltop Primary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hilltop Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hilltop Primary School's student population of 465 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 2, 2026
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Hilltop Primary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilltop Primary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#19 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
88%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilltop Primary School's ranking?
Hilltop Primary School is ranked #19 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Hilltop Primary School often compared to?
Hilltop Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shirley Hills Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hilltop Primary School?
465 students attend Hilltop Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Hilltop Primary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hilltop Primary School?
Hilltop Primary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hilltop Primary School offer ?
Hilltop Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hilltop Primary School part of?
Hilltop Primary School is part of Westonka Public School District.
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