Serving 162 students in grades 6-12, Hillcrest ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillcrest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hillcrest's student population of 162 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
162 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillcrest ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3655 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
31%
38%
Black
18%
21%
White
46%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest's ranking?
Hillcrest is ranked #3655 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hillcrest?
The graduation rate of Hillcrest is 80%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hillcrest?
162 students attend Hillcrest.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Hillcrest students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillcrest?
Hillcrest has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hillcrest offer ?
Hillcrest offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillcrest part of?
Hillcrest is part of Marion School District.
In what neighborhood is Hillcrest located?
Hillcrest is located in the Fort King District neighborhood of Ocala, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Fort King District.
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