Needs Improvement
#3724 of 3,813 schools in IL
Hill Elem School
Elementary School · Aurora West USD 129
724 Pennsylvania Ave, Aurora, IL 60506
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,724 of 3,813
In Aurora
#45 of 45
public schools
In district
#16 of 16
Aurora West USD 129
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Hill Elem School
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About Hill Elem School
Hill Elem School is a public elementary school in Aurora, IL, part of Aurora West USD 129. Hill Elem School serves approximately 511 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hill Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,724 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Hill Elem School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Hill Elem School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Hill Elem School — Students at Hill Elem School 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
54%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.5/10.
How Hill Elem School Compares
See how Hill Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
724 Pennsylvania Ave, Aurora, IL 60506
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hill Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FOX VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is N CAMPUS OF POPE ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST RITA OF CASCIA SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Aurora, see our Aurora schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hope D Wall TMH Child Dev Ctr Aurora | 0.8 mi | — |
| Greenman Elem School Aurora | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| ST RITA OF CASCIA SCHOOL Aurora | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Smith Elem School Aurora | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Benavides Steam Academy Aurora | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| McCleery Elem School Aurora | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| HOLY ANGELS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Aurora | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| FOX VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Aurora | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| N CAMPUS OF POPE ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY Aurora | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Jefferson Middle School Aurora | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Fred Rodgers Magnet Acad Aurora | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| West Aurora High School Aurora | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| L D Brady Elem School Aurora | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| K D Waldo Middle School Aurora | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| C M Bardwell Elem School Aurora | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Nicholas A Hermes Elem School Aurora | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| POPE ST. JOHN PAUL II CATH. ACADEMY-SOUTH CAMPUS Aurora | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Freeman Elem School Aurora | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Edna Rollins Elem School Aurora | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| ROSARY HIGH SCHOOL Aurora | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60506 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,105
Median Home Value
$246,700
Median Rent
$1,305/mo
Population
49,886
College Educated
29.4%
Homeownership
67.2%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
36
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Berger-Vandenberg Elem School Dolton, IL | 3.2 |
| Coleman Elem School Elgin, IL | 3.2 |
| Long Beach Elem School Montgomery, IL | 3.2 |
| Lowrie Elem School Elgin, IL | 3.2 |
| Ronald D O Neal Elgin, IL | 3.2 |
| Sabin Elem Magnet School Chicago, IL | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hill Elem School
What grades does Hill Elem School serve?
Hill Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hill Elem School?
Hill Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 511 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hill Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hill Elem School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hill Elem School rank in IL?
Hill Elem School ranks #3,724 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Hill Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hill Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Hill Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hill Elem School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hill Elem School a charter school?
No, Hill Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hill Elem School a Title I school?
No, Hill Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hill Elem School?
54.0% of students at Hill Elem School 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 511
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Kane County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.7%
- Phone
- (630) 301-5007
Resources & Links
District
Aurora West USD 129- District Enrollment
- 11,035
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,379
- District Rank
- #16 of 16
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