Serving 695 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hill Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 695 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hill Creek Elementary School's student population of 695 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
695 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Motto
At Hill Creek we put our best P.A.W.S. forward!
School Rankings
Hill Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hill Creek Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2740 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
52%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hill Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Hill Creek Elementary School is ranked #2740 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hill Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Hill Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pepper Drive Elementary School, Cajon Park Elementary School, Rio Seco Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hill Creek Elementary School?
695 students attend Hill Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Hill Creek Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hill Creek Elementary School?
Hill Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hill Creek Elementary School offer ?
Hill Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Hill Creek Elementary School part of?
Hill Creek Elementary School is part of Santee School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School - Modified Day
June 11, 2026 (Thursday)
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