Serving 675 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hillcrest Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillcrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hillcrest Elementary School's student population of 675 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
675 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Hillcrest Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#215 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
7%
Hispanic
14%
23%
Black
11%
33%
White
51%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest Elementary School's ranking?
Hillcrest Elementary School is ranked #215 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Hillcrest Elementary School often compared to?
Hillcrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Catonsville Elementary School, Westchester Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Hillcrest Elementary School?
675 students attend Hillcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Hillcrest Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillcrest Elementary School?
Hillcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hillcrest Elementary School offer ?
Hillcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hillcrest Elementary School part of?
Hillcrest Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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