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Hillview High (continuation)

High School · Tustin Unified

300 South C St., Tustin, CA 92780

Enrollment

177

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

6.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,222 of 9,539

In Tustin

#10 of 26

public schools

In district

#11 of 28

Tustin Unified

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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6.7/10

High School in Tustin · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hillview High (continuation)

Hillview High (continuation) is a public high school in Tustin, CA, part of Tustin Unified. Hillview High (continuation) serves approximately 177 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillview High (continuation) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,222 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Hillview High (continuation) show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 177 students, Hillview High (continuation) 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 Hillview High (continuation) 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-1.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.2Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-28 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-45.2 pts
Overall Proficiency5% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-15.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile6th
College Readiness9.3Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,477

Hillview High (continuation) — Students at Hillview High (continuation) score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 6.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 17.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2010
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2011
Math
10%
ELA
24.5%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2024
ELA
10.7%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Hillview High (continuation) Compares

See how Hillview High (continuation) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
56th percentile in CA
Academic
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
11 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

300 South C St., Tustin, CA 92780

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hillview High (continuation) may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Tustin Connect (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tustin Memorial Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Santa Ana), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OCCS:CHEP/PCHS (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tustin, see our Tustin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
RED HILL MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Tustin 0.1 mi
C. E. Utt Middle Tustin 0.3 mi 4.5
RED HILL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Tustin 0.5 mi 6.0
Red Hill Lutheran Tustin 0.5 mi
Tustin Connect Tustin 0.6 mi 8.1
Tustin High Tustin 0.5 mi 6.7
EDGEWOOD PREPRIMARY ACADEMY Tustin 0.6 mi
Grace Global Vision Tustin 0.7 mi
Newport Avenue Preschool and Kindergarten Tustin 0.7 mi
Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary Tustin 0.7 mi 5.2
W. R. Nelson Elementary Tustin 0.8 mi 3.0
GRACE HARBOR SCHOOL Tustin 1.1 mi 6.7
OCCS:CHEP/PCHS Tustin 1.1 mi 7.2
Barbara Benson Elementary Tustin 1.1 mi 4.5
ST CECILIA SCHOOL Tustin 1.0 mi 7.2
Tustin Memorial Elementary Santa Ana 1.1 mi 7.7
Columbus Tustin Middle Tustin 1.2 mi 5.8
Sycamore Magnet Academy Tustin 1.1 mi 4.5
KIDDIE ACADEMY OF TUSTIN Tustin 1.1 mi
Guin Foss Elementary Tustin 1.4 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92780 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,647

Median Home Value

$832,200

Median Rent

$2,211/mo

Population

54,495

College Educated

35.5%

Homeownership

45.8%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

35.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hillview High (continuation)

What grades does Hillview High (continuation) serve?

Hillview High (continuation) serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Hillview High (continuation)?

Hillview High (continuation) has an enrollment of approximately 177 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillview High (continuation)?

The student-teacher ratio at Hillview High (continuation) is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hillview High (continuation) rank in CA?

Hillview High (continuation) ranks #4,222 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Hillview High (continuation)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Hillview High (continuation) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Hillview High (continuation)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hillview High (continuation) has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Hillview High (continuation) a charter school?

No, Hillview High (continuation) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hillview High (continuation) a Title I school?

No, Hillview High (continuation) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hillview High (continuation)?

94.4% of students at Hillview High (continuation) 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
177
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.4%
Type
alternative
Setting
Small City
County
Orange County
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Tustin Unified
District Enrollment
21,600
Schools in District
28
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,477
District Rank
#11 of 28

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