Serving 562 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Hilltop Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hilltop Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hilltop Elementary School's student population of 562 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
562 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
Campus Size
55 acres
School Rankings
Hilltop Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hilltop Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#341 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
9%
Hispanic
13%
27%
Black
4%
5%
White
41%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Edmonds School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilltop Elementary School's ranking?
Hilltop Elementary School is ranked #341 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Hilltop Elementary School often compared to?
Hilltop Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hazelwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Hilltop Elementary School?
562 students attend Hilltop Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Hilltop Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hilltop Elementary School?
Hilltop Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hilltop Elementary School offer ?
Hilltop Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hilltop Elementary School part of?
Hilltop Elementary School is part of Edmonds School District.
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