Average
#70 of 188 private schools in CO
Top 37% of private schools
Hillside School
School
7415 LOOKOUT RD, Longmont, CO 80503
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
2nd – 10th
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
2nd – 10th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Colorado private schools
#70 of 188
In Longmont
#3 of 4
public schools
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About Hillside School
Hillside School is a private school in Longmont, CO. Hillside School serves approximately 78 students, and covers grades 2nd-10th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #70 of 188 private schools in CO.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- CO avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 78 students, Hillside 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.
At 6.6:1 students to teachers, Hillside School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Hillside 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 Hillside School compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in Longmont, CO
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hillside School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Blue Mountain Elementary | 8.3 |
| Eagle Crest Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Altona Middle School | 7.3 |
| Silver Creek High School | 7.6 |
| Flagstaff Charter Academy | 7.5 |
| Indian Peaks Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Sunset Middle School | 6.0 |
| New Meridian High School | 4.9 |
| St. Vrain Virtual High School | 8.5 |
| Burlington Elementary School | 4.9 |
| Twin Peaks Charter Academy | 6.7 |
| St. Vrain Community Montessori School | 6.1 |
| Central Elementary School | 8.6 |
| St. Vrain LaunchED Virtual Academy | 5.4 |
| Longmont High School | 6.8 |
| Westview Middle School | 7.0 |
| Longmont Estates Elementary School | 7.6 |
| Columbine Elementary School | 6.6 |
| Hygiene Elementary School | 8.8 |
| Mountain View Elementary School | 5.0 |
Showing 20 of 30 schools. View all schools in Longmont
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
7415 LOOKOUT RD, Longmont, CO 80503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillside School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Boulder Universal (rated 8.0/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Boulder), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALEXANDER DAWSON SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Lafayette), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Longmont, see our Longmont schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOSHUA SCHOOL-BOULDER Boulder | 0.4 mi | — |
| Heatherwood Elementary School Boulder | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| BOULDER VALLEY WALDORF SCHOOL Niwot | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Boulder Prep Charter High School Boulder | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| BOULDER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Boulder | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| MOUNTAIN SHADOWS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boulder | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Niwot Elementary School Niwot | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Niwot High School Niwot | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| TEMPLE GRANDIN SCHOOL Boulder | 3.4 mi | — |
| Arapahoe Ridge High School Boulder | 4.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Boulder Universal Boulder | 4.2 mi | 8.0 |
| JAY & ROSE PHILLIPS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Boulder | 4.4 mi | — |
| Douglass Elementary School Boulder | 4.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Blue Mountain Elementary Longmont | 4.9 mi | 8.3 |
| ALEXANDER DAWSON SCHOOL Lafayette | 3.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Altona Middle School Longmont | 5.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Eagle Crest Elementary School Longmont | 5.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Nevin Platt Middle School Boulder | 5.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Silver Creek High School Longmont | 5.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Eisenhower Elementary School Boulder | 5.3 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,465
Median Home Value
$704,800
Median Rent
$1,843/mo
Population
36,206
College Educated
60.2%
Homeownership
68.5%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
43.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| THE JOSHUA SCHOOL Englewood, CO | 6.8 |
| Liberty School Joes, CO | 6.7 |
| Sobesky Academy Lakewood, CO | 6.7 |
| LIFE ACADEMY Grand Junction, CO | 6.6 |
| TELLURIDE MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Telluride, CO | 6.6 |
| TWELVE STONES CLASSICAL SCHOOL Colorado Springs, CO | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillside School
What grades does Hillside School serve?
Hillside School serves students in grades 2nd through 10th.
How many students attend Hillside School?
Hillside School has an enrollment of approximately 78 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillside School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillside School is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Hillside School rank in CO?
Hillside School ranks #70 of 188 private schools in CO.
What is Hillside School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hillside School a private school?
Yes, Hillside 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 Hillside School a religious school?
No, Hillside School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 10th
- Enrollment
- 78
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 191 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Boulder County
- Phone
- (303) 494-1468
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