Excellent
#39 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 1% in state
Hillcrest Elementary
Elementary School · ORANGE
1010 E CONCORD ST, Orlando, FL 32803
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#39 of 3,778
In Orlando
#3 of 192
public schools
In district
#3 of 258
ORANGE
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Hillcrest Elementary
Hillcrest Elementary is a public elementary school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Hillcrest Elementary serves approximately 485 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillcrest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #39 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Hillcrest Elementary show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Hillcrest Elementary — Students at Hillcrest Elementary score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.5/10.
How Hillcrest Elementary Compares
See how Hillcrest Elementary 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
1010 E CONCORD ST, Orlando, FL 32803
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillcrest Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PRINCETON ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is AUDUBON PARK SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MONARCH LEARNING ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Winter Park), a more accessible option. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VERITAS ACADEMY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA Winter Park | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| HOWARD MIDDLE Orlando | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| QUEST KIDS ACADEMY Orlando | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| ST JAMES CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Orlando | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| LAKE HIGHLAND PREPARATORY SCHOOL Orlando | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ORLANDO GIFTED ACADEMY Orlando | 0.8 mi | 9.7 |
| LAKE EOLA CHARTER Orlando | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| CENTRAL FLORIDA LEADERSHIP ACADEMY CHARTER Orlando | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| AUDUBON PARK SCHOOL Orlando | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| LAKE COMO SCHOOL Orlando | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| OCPS ACADEMIC CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE Orlando | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| BALDWIN OAKS ACADEMY Orlando | 1.7 mi | — |
| HARVEST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 1.8 mi | — |
| PRINCETON ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
| UNITED CHRISTIAN ACADEMY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Orlando | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| ORLANDO JUNIOR ACADEMY Orlando | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| JUDAH TEMPLE ACADEMY OUTREACH CENTER Orlando | 1.9 mi | — |
| MONARCH LEARNING ACADEMY Winter Park | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| WILLIAM R BOONE HIGH Orlando | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| TDR LEARNING ACADEMY Orlando | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,401
Median Home Value
$421,300
Median Rent
$1,823/mo
Population
22,703
College Educated
58.6%
Homeownership
53.2%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
37.6
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|---|---|
| DISCOVERY ACADEMY OF SCIENCE Dunedin, FL | 9.5 |
| DOMMERICH ELEMENTARY Maitland, FL | 9.5 |
| GULF BEACHES ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL | 9.5 |
| ORMOND BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ormond Beach, FL | 9.5 |
| PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 9.5 |
| RCMA IMMOKALEE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Immokalee, FL | 9.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillcrest Elementary
What grades does Hillcrest Elementary serve?
Hillcrest Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Hillcrest Elementary?
Hillcrest Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 485 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest Elementary is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hillcrest Elementary rank in FL?
Hillcrest Elementary ranks #39 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Hillcrest Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillcrest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 Hillcrest Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hillcrest Elementary has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hillcrest Elementary a charter school?
No, Hillcrest Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hillcrest Elementary a Title I school?
No, Hillcrest Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hillcrest Elementary?
17.7% of students at Hillcrest Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 485
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.8%
- Phone
- (407) 245-1770
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #3 of 258
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