Hillcrest High School is a four-year public high school in Jamaica Hills, Queens, New York City. The school is operated by the New York City Department of Education. As of the 2014–15 school year, the school had an enrollment of 3,289 students and 149.2 classroom teachers, for a student–teacher ratio of 22.0:1.
Serving 2,298 students in grades 9-12, Hillcrest High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 97% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillcrest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hillcrest High School's student population of 2,298 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 163 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
163 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillcrest High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest High School is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3561 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
26%
10%
Hispanic
39%
31%
Black
24%
15%
White
3%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Geographic District #28
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest High School's ranking?
Hillcrest High School is ranked #3561 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hillcrest High School?
The graduation rate of Hillcrest High School is 86%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hillcrest High School?
2,298 students attend Hillcrest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Hillcrest High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 24% of students are Black, 6% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillcrest High School?
Hillcrest High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hillcrest High School offer ?
Hillcrest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hillcrest High School part of?
Hillcrest High School is part of New York City Geographic District #28.
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