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#4591 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 48% in state
Hill Creek Elementary
Elementary School · Santee
9665 Jeremy St., Santee, CA 92071
Enrollment
690
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
690
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,591 of 9,539
In Santee
#7 of 11
public schools
In district
#6 of 9
Santee
Equity
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Hill Creek Elementary
Hill Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Santee, CA, part of Santee. Hill Creek Elementary serves approximately 690 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hill Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,591 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Hill Creek Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Hill Creek Elementary runs 21.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Hill Creek Elementary — Students at Hill Creek Elementary score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 40 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How Hill Creek Elementary Compares
See how Hill Creek Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
9665 Jeremy St., Santee, CA 92071
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hill Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverview Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Lakeside), which scores notably higher. Another option is PRIDE Academy at Prospect Avenue (rated 7.3/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Rio Seco Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santee, see our Santee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Santana High Santee | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Santee Alternative Santee | 0.9 mi | — |
| Cajon Park Elementary Santee | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Santee Success Program Santee | 1.1 mi | — |
| Horizons in Education Santee | 1.1 mi | — |
| Rio Seco Elementary Santee | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| River Valley Charter Lakeside | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| LEARNING ACADEMY Lakeside | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Lakeside Middle Lakeside | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Pepper Drive Elementary El Cajon | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Lakeside Farms Elementary Lakeside | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Riverview Elementary Lakeside | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Carlton Hills Elementary Santee | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Winter Gardens Elementary Lakeside | 2.4 mi | 3.5 |
| PRIDE Academy at Prospect Avenue Santee | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| VBA Center for Behavior Change Lakeside | 2.3 mi | — |
| Magnolia Elementary El Cajon | 2.7 mi | 2.0 |
| Chaparral High El Cajon | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| MERIT Academy La Mesa | 2.7 mi | 3.6 |
| IDEA Center El Cajon | 2.7 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,603
Median Home Value
$654,800
Median Rent
$2,202/mo
Population
59,739
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
39.5
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| Academia Moderna Walnut Park, CA | 6.5 |
| Accelerated Los Angeles, CA | 6.5 |
| Allison Elementary Pomona, CA | 6.5 |
| Almondale Elementary Bakersfield, CA | 6.5 |
| Baywood Elementary San Mateo, CA | 6.5 |
| Bel Aire Park Elementary Napa, CA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hill Creek Elementary
What grades does Hill Creek Elementary serve?
Hill Creek Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Hill Creek Elementary?
Hill Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 690 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hill Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Hill Creek Elementary is 21.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hill Creek Elementary rank in CA?
Hill Creek Elementary ranks #4,591 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Hill Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Hill Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Hill Creek Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hill Creek Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hill Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Hill Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hill Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Hill Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hill Creek Elementary?
34.8% of students at Hill Creek Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 690
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.6%
- Phone
- (619) 956-5000
Resources & Links
District
Santee- District Enrollment
- 6,159
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,555
- District Rank
- #6 of 9
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