Serving 43 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hillside Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Nevada state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nevada state level of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hillside Elementary School's student population of 43 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
43 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Hillside Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 684 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillside Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#165 out of 684 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
19:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
23%
45%
Black
n/a
12%
White
72%
27%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
80%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillside Elementary School's ranking?
Hillside Elementary School is ranked #165 out of 684 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Nevada.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% NV state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Hillside Elementary School?
43 students attend Hillside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Hillside Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillside Elementary School?
Hillside Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nevada state average of 19:1.
What grades does Hillside Elementary School offer ?
Hillside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillside Elementary School part of?
Hillside Elementary School is part of Storey School District.
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