Hillcrest High School

Hillcrest High School is a regular public high school located in Strawberry, Arkansas, serving students from seventh through twelfth grade. With an enrollment of 181 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 3.8:1, the school benefits from smaller class sizes, allowing teachers to give individualized attention to each student. The school has 48 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to supporting its diverse range of academic needs.

Hillcrest High School's MySchoolScout rating is 5.9 out of 10 and it ranks at #411 among the 1,044 schools in Arkansas, placing it in the 61st percentile for state ranking. While the school shows areas where it can improve, particularly with only 27% of students being proficient or above in math and 54% in ELA/Reading, Hillcrest High School is focused on providing a supportive environment that emphasizes student development. Set in a remote rural area, Strawberry offers a close-knit community feel.

The school's setting provides unique opportunities for outdoor education and community engagement, fostering a sense of belonging among students.

With an enrollment of 181 students, Hillcrest High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 3.8:1, Hillcrest High School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Hillcrest High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.