Serving 341 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, J K Hileman Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J K Hileman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
J K Hileman Elementary School's student population of 341 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
341 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Our mission is to ensure that each student, aided by the use of technology and guided in the acquisition of essential academic skills and life-long learning goals, will be prepared for successful, responsible, global citizenship in the twenty-first centur
School Rankings
J K Hileman Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J K Hileman Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#2686 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
54%
Black
10%
13%
White
75%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Queen City Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J K Hileman Elementary School's ranking?
J K Hileman Elementary School is ranked #2686 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend J K Hileman Elementary School?
341 students attend J K Hileman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of J K Hileman Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J K Hileman Elementary School?
J K Hileman Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does J K Hileman Elementary School offer ?
J K Hileman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is J K Hileman Elementary School part of?
J K Hileman Elementary School is part of Queen City Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Excellent Elementary School. The staff is the best.
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