Serving 47 students in grades 6-12, Hillcrest School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin 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% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillcrest School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hillcrest School's student population of 47 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
47 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hillcrest School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1149 out of 1984 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
19%
13%
Black
57%
9%
White
15%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest School's ranking?
Hillcrest School is ranked #1149 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hillcrest School?
The graduation rate of Hillcrest School is 80%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hillcrest School?
47 students attend Hillcrest School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Hillcrest School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillcrest School?
Hillcrest School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hillcrest School offer ?
Hillcrest School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillcrest School part of?
Hillcrest School is part of Kenosha School District.
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