Serving 305 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Hilton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84%
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hilton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Hilton Elementary School's student population of 305 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
305 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hilton Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80-84%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
61%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
59%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
33%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Hilton Elementary School?
305 students attend Hilton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Hilton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hilton Elementary School?
Hilton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hilton Elementary School offer ?
Hilton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hilton Elementary School part of?
Hilton Elementary School is part of Zillah School District.
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