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#1 of 89 private schools in AR

Top 1% of private schools

The Hill School

Elementary School

2828 N CROSSOVER RD, Fayetteville, AR 72703

Private

Enrollment

125

Student-Teacher

2.5:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Arkansas private schools

#1 of 89

In Fayetteville

#1 of 5

public schools

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The Hill School

8.8/10

Elementary School in Fayetteville · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Vandergriff Elementary School

8.8/10

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7.4/10

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About The Hill School

The Hill School is a private elementary school in Fayetteville, AR. The Hill School serves approximately 125 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 2.5:1 student-teacher ratio. The Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #1 of 89 private schools in AR.

How it compares2.6 pts above AR schools
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • AR avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 125 students, The Hill School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 2.5:1 students to teachers, The Hill School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Hill School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How The Hill School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Fayetteville, AR

Student-Teacher Ratio
2.5:1
This School
vs
17.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
125
This School
vs
423
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.8
This School
vs
7.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80% vs 0%
Black 10.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 9.6% vs 0%
The Hill School Fayetteville Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
The Hill School (this school) 8.8
BUTTERFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.4
VANDERGRIFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.8
ROOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.7
HAPPY HOLLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.4
FAYETTEVILLE VIRTUAL ACADEMY DISTRICT CONVERSION CHARTER SCH 8.9
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.0
LEVERETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.1
ASBELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.7
HOLCOMB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.2
OWL CREEK SCHOOL 6.5

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AR.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 2.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
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School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,350
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 34%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 125
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in AR

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 80.0%
Black 10.4%
Hispanic 9.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2828 N CROSSOVER RD, Fayetteville, AR 72703

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Hill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VANDERGRIFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ROOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 3.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fayetteville, see our Fayetteville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
VANDERGRIFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fayetteville 0.8 mi 8.8
BUTTERFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fayetteville 0.7 mi 7.4
MCNAIR MIDDLE SCHOOL Fayetteville 0.9 mi 7.9
FAYETTEVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fayetteville 1.1 mi 7.4
PRISM EDUCATION CENTER Fayetteville 1.2 mi 6.9
THE GRACE SCHOOL AT CHILDREN'S ABA T.E.A.M. Fayetteville 1.3 mi
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fayetteville 1.3 mi 7.1
ROOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fayetteville 1.8 mi 8.7
HAAS HALL ACADEMY Farmington 1.9 mi 8.4
FIRST SCHOOL OF FIRST UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Fayetteville 2.1 mi
MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fayetteville 2.1 mi
THE NEW SCHOOL Fayetteville 2.1 mi 6.7
FAYETTEVILLE CREATIVE SCHOOLS Fayetteville 2.2 mi
WOODLAND JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fayetteville 2.3 mi 8.6
HAPPY HOLLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fayetteville 2.9 mi 7.4
FAYETTEVILLE VIRTUAL ACADEMY DISTRICT CONVERSION CHARTER SCH Fayetteville 3.1 mi 8.9
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fayetteville 3.1 mi 8.0
GEORGE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Springdale 3.8 mi 3.3
GEORGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springdale 4.0 mi 6.0
LINDA CHILDERS KNAPP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springdale 4.1 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 72703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,232

Median Home Value

$341,700

Median Rent

$958/mo

Population

35,964

College Educated

49.1%

Homeownership

39.2%

Avg Commute

18.2 min

Poverty Rate

16%

Median Age

32.9

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THE HUDA ACADEMY Little Rock, AR 8.7
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ST JOHNS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hot Springs, AR 8.3
TIMBO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Timbo, AR 8.3
LEPANTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lepanto, AR 8.2
RURAL SPECIAL ELEM. SCHOOL Fox, AR 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Hill School

What grades does The Hill School serve?

The Hill School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend The Hill School?

The Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Hill School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Hill School is 2.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Hill School rank in AR?

The Hill School ranks #1 of 89 private schools in AR.

What is The Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Hill School a private school?

Yes, The Hill School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is The Hill School a religious school?

No, The Hill School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
125
Gender Split
40% M / 60% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
2.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Washington County

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