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#104 of 188 private schools in CO
Hillel Academy
Elementary School
450 S HUDSON ST, Denver, CO 80246
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Colorado private schools
#104 of 188
In Denver
#20 of 36
public schools
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Hillel Academy
Elementary School in Denver · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hillel Academy
Hillel Academy is a private elementary school in Denver, CO. Hillel Academy serves approximately 272 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillel Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #104 of 188 private schools in CO.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 6.5:1 students to teachers, Hillel Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Hillel Academy 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 Hillel Academy compares to 178 public schools serving similar grades in Denver, CO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hillel Academy (this school) | 6.3 |
| Carson Elementary School | 8.9 |
| McMeen Elementary School | 4.6 |
| Denver Green School Southeast | 6.1 |
| Denver Language School | 9.2 |
| Hill Campus of Arts and Sciences | 5.8 |
| Steck Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Lowry Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Stephen Knight Center for Early Education | 7.5 |
| Ellis Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Rocky Mountain School of Expeditionary Learning | 7.6 |
| Palmer Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Place Bridge Academy | 6.3 |
| Merrill Middle School | 8.7 |
| Creativity Challenge Community | 8.8 |
| Montclair School of Academics and Enrichment | 5.1 |
| Cory Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Bromwell Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Teller Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Highline Academy Southeast | 7.9 |
| Vanguard Classical School - West | 5.2 |
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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 CO.
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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 CO
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
450 S HUDSON ST, Denver, CO 80246
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillel Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Denver Language School (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Steck Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Carson Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| George Washington High School Denver | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Carson Elementary School Denver | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| RABBI STEVEN FOSTER EARLY LEARNING CENTER Denver | 0.6 mi | — |
| Delta High School Denver | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| McMeen Elementary School Denver | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Denver Green School Southeast Denver | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| DENVER ACADEMY OF TORAH Denver | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| GRALAND COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Denver | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF DENVER Denver | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Denver Language School Denver | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Hill Campus of Arts and Sciences Denver | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Steck Elementary School Denver | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| CHRIST THE KING ROMAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Denver | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Rocky Mountain School of Expeditionary Learning Denver | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Ellis Elementary School Denver | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Palmer Elementary School Denver | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| STANLEY BRITISH PRIMARY SCHOOL Denver | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Place Bridge Academy Denver | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Lowry Elementary School Denver | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Stephen Knight Center for Early Education Denver | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80246 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,503
Median Home Value
$659,700
Median Rent
$1,661/mo
Population
13,028
College Educated
58.7%
Homeownership
21.3%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
32.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alicia Sanchez International School Lafayette, CO | 6.3 |
| Bill Metz Elementary School Monte Vista, CO | 6.3 |
| Fountain International Magnet School Pueblo, CO | 6.3 |
| Godsman Elementary School Denver, CO | 6.3 |
| Haxtun Elementary School Haxtun, CO | 6.3 |
| Mount View Core Knowledge Charter School Canon City, CO | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillel Academy
What grades does Hillel Academy serve?
Hillel Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Hillel Academy?
Hillel Academy has an enrollment of approximately 272 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillel Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillel Academy is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Hillel Academy rank in CO?
Hillel Academy ranks #104 of 188 private schools in CO.
What is Hillel Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillel Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hillel Academy a private school?
Yes, Hillel Academy is a private coeducational school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Hillel Academy a religious school?
Hillel Academy has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 272
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Denver County
- Phone
- (303) 333-1511
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