Serving 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hilliard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hilliard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hilliard Elementary School's student population of 545 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
545 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Hilliard Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilliard Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7090 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
27%
54%
Black
69%
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Houston Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilliard Elementary School's ranking?
Hilliard Elementary School is ranked #7090 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hilliard Elementary School often compared to?
Hilliard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elmore Elementary School, Mcgowen Elementary School, Forest Brook Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hilliard Elementary School?
545 students attend Hilliard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Hilliard Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hilliard Elementary School?
Hilliard Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hilliard Elementary School offer ?
Hilliard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hilliard Elementary School part of?
Hilliard Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Hilliard Elementary School located?
Hilliard Elementary School is located in the East Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 7 other public schools located in East Houston.
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