Very Good
#2842 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 30% in state
Hillside High
High School · Upland Unified
1558 West Ninth St., Upland, CA 91786
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
10th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,842 of 9,539
In Upland
#1 of 14
public schools
In district
#1 of 14
Upland Unified
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Hillside High
Hillside High is a public high school in Upland, CA, part of Upland Unified. Hillside High serves approximately 129 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillside High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,842 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Hillside High show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 129 students, Hillside High 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.
Test scores at Hillside High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Hillside High — Students at Hillside High score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 18 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Hillside High Compares
See how Hillside High 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
1558 West Ninth St., Upland, CA 91786
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillside High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WESTERN CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Upland High (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Upland, see our Upland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cabrillo Elementary Upland | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| El Camino Elementary Ontario | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF UPLAND Upland | 0.9 mi | — |
| Baldy View Elementary Upland | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Citrus Elementary Upland | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Buena Vista Arts-Integrated Montclair | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Montclair | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Vernon Middle Montclair | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Sycamore Elementary Upland | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Elderberry Elementary Ontario | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Moreno Elementary Montclair | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Foothill Christian Academy of Upland Upland | 1.5 mi | — |
| Hawthorne Elementary Ontario | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Upland High Upland | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Serrano Middle Montclair | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| WESTERN CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Upland | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| KIDDIE ACADEMY Claremont | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| STONE RIDGE ACADEMY Upland | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Kingsley Elementary Montclair | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Monte Vista Elementary Montclair | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91786 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,961
Median Home Value
$607,100
Median Rent
$1,923/mo
Population
55,519
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
44.9%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
34.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillside High
What grades does Hillside High serve?
Hillside High serves students in grades 10th through 12th.
How many students attend Hillside High?
Hillside High has an enrollment of approximately 129 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillside High?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillside High is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hillside High rank in CA?
Hillside High ranks #2,842 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Hillside High's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillside High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Hillside High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hillside High has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hillside High a charter school?
No, Hillside High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hillside High a Title I school?
No, Hillside High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hillside High?
87.6% of students at Hillside High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 10th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 129
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Phone
- (909) 949-8400
- 4-Year Graduation
- 77.0%
Resources & Links
District
Upland Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,804
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,897
- District Rank
- #1 of 14
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