Serving 656 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hillside Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hillside Elementary School's student population of 656 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
656 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillside Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillside Elementary School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#296 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
37%
8%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
8%
21%
White
38%
44%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillside Elementary School's ranking?
Hillside Elementary School is ranked #296 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Hillside Elementary School often compared to?
Hillside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mill Run Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Hillside Elementary School?
656 students attend Hillside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Hillside Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillside Elementary School?
Hillside Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hillside Elementary School offer ?
Hillside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hillside Elementary School part of?
Hillside Elementary School is part of Loudoun County School District.
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