Very Good
#170 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 10% of private schools
Hilldale School
Elementary School
79 FLORENCE ST, Daly City, CA 94014
Enrollment
166
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
166
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#170 of 1,787
In Daly City
#1 of 2
public schools
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Hilldale School
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About Hilldale School
Hilldale School is a private elementary school in Daly City, CA. Hilldale School serves approximately 166 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hilldale School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #170 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 166 students, Hilldale 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.
Hilldale 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
BetaHow Hilldale School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Daly City, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hilldale School (this school) | 7.7 |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary | 7.8 |
| Thomas R. Pollicita Middle | 6.4 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elementary | 6.8 |
| Susan B. Anthony Elementary | 6.6 |
| George Washington Elementary | 7.2 |
| Panorama Elementary | 8.9 |
| Westlake Elementary | 4.1 |
| Margaret Pauline Brown Elementary | 6.3 |
| Daniel Webster Elementary | 5.9 |
| Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary | 7.8 |
| Fernando Rivera Intermediate | 6.8 |
| Thomas Edison Elementary | 7.4 |
| Bayshore | 7.3 |
| Junipero Serra Elementary | 6.6 |
| Franklin Delano Roosevelt Elementary | 6.3 |
| Skyline Elementary | 7.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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 CA.
Data Unavailable
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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 CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
79 FLORENCE ST, Daly City, CA 94014
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hilldale School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ortega (Jose) Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby San Francisco), which scores notably higher. Another option is Panorama Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY ANGELS SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Colma), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Daly City, see our Daly City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hilldale School Daly City | 0.0 mi | — |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary Daly City | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Thomas R. Pollicita Middle Daly City | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| OUR LADY PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Daly City | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Susan B. Anthony Elementary Daly City | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Thornton High Daly City | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Jefferson High Daly City | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elementary Daly City | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| HOLY ANGELS SCHOOL Colma | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| George Washington Elementary Daly City | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| SAN FRANCISCO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| San Francisco Islamic School San Francisco | 1.1 mi | — |
| Sheridan Elementary San Francisco | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Longfellow Elementary San Francisco | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| SAN FRANCISCO ISLAMIC SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.2 mi | — |
| Garden Village Elementary Colma | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Ortega (Jose) Elementary San Francisco | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| ST THOMAS MORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Panorama Elementary Daly City | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| HOPE LUTHERAN DAY SCHOOL Daly City | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,513
Median Home Value
$979,500
Median Rent
$2,089/mo
Population
46,269
College Educated
33.4%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
42.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BARNHART SCHOOL Arcadia, CA | 7.7 |
| Benjamin Foxen Elementary Santa Maria, CA | 7.7 |
| Cabrillo Elementary San Diego, CA | 7.7 |
| Creekside Charter Olympic Valley, CA | 7.7 |
| Farallone View Elementary Montara, CA | 7.7 |
| Fort Jones Elementary Fort Jones, CA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hilldale School
What grades does Hilldale School serve?
Hilldale School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Hilldale School?
Hilldale School has an enrollment of approximately 166 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hilldale School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hilldale School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Hilldale School rank in CA?
Hilldale School ranks #170 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Hilldale School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hilldale School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hilldale School a private school?
Yes, Hilldale 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 Hilldale School a religious school?
No, Hilldale School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 166
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 195 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Phone
- (650) 756-4737
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