Below Average
#3509 of 3,813 schools in IL
Hillcrest Elem School
Elementary School · East Moline SD 37
451 22nd Ave, East Moline, IL 61244
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,509 of 3,813
In East Moline
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
East Moline SD 37
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Hillcrest Elem School
Elementary School in East Moline · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hillcrest Elem School
Hillcrest Elem School is a public elementary school in East Moline, IL, part of East Moline SD 37. Hillcrest Elem School serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillcrest Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,509 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Hillcrest Elem School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Hillcrest 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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Hillcrest Elem School — Students at Hillcrest Elem School score 7% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 5%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97%
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: 3.2/10.
How Hillcrest Elem School Compares
See how Hillcrest Elem School 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
451 22nd Ave, East Moline, IL 61244
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillcrest Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverdale Heights Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Bettendorf), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF GRACE (rated 8.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wells Elem School (rated 6.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Moline, see our East Moline schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF GRACE East Moline | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Glenview Middle School East Moline | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Ridgewood Elem School East Moline | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elem School Moline | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Wells Elem School East Moline | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Woodrow Wilson Middle School Moline | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| VILLA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Moline | 1.5 mi | — |
| United Twp High School East Moline | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| George Washington Elem School Moline | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Jane Addams Elementary School Moline | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Roosevelt Elem School Moline | 2.2 mi | 3.3 |
| George O Barr School Silvis | 2.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Moline Sr High School Moline | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Neil Armstrong Elementary School Bettendorf | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Bowlesburg Elem School Silvis | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| East Moline Early Learning Center East Moline | 2.5 mi | — |
| Butterworth Elem School Moline | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Riverdale Heights Elem School Bettendorf | 2.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Pleasant Valley High School Bettendorf | 3.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Jefferson Early Childhood Ctr Moline | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61244 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,827
Median Home Value
$140,600
Median Rent
$828/mo
Population
23,288
College Educated
20.9%
Homeownership
67.2%
Avg Commute
19.8 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
39.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| C Henry Bloom Elem School Rockford, IL | 4.0 |
| Coles Elem Language Academy Chicago, IL | 4.0 |
| Cumberland Elem School Toledo, IL | 4.0 |
| Emerson Elem School Berwyn, IL | 4.0 |
| Emerson Elem School Maywood, IL | 4.0 |
| Gen John A Logan Attendance Cntr Murphysboro, IL | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillcrest Elem School
What grades does Hillcrest Elem School serve?
Hillcrest Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Hillcrest Elem School?
Hillcrest Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest Elem School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hillcrest Elem School rank in IL?
Hillcrest Elem School ranks #3,509 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Hillcrest Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillcrest Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hillcrest Elem School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hillcrest Elem School a charter school?
No, Hillcrest Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hillcrest Elem School a Title I school?
No, Hillcrest Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hillcrest Elem School?
97.0% of students at Hillcrest 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 328
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Rock Island County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.3%
- Phone
- (309) 755-7621
Resources & Links
District
East Moline SD 37- District Enrollment
- 2,616
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,587
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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