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Hilltop Elementary School

Elementary School · SD U-46

1855 Rohrson Rd, Elgin, IL 60120

Enrollment

498

Student-Teacher

18.4:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,672 of 3,813

In Elgin

#7 of 25

public schools

In district

#22 of 51

SD U-46

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Hilltop Elementary School

5.3/10

Elementary School in Elgin · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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6.2/10

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About Hilltop Elementary School

Hilltop Elementary School is a public elementary school in Elgin, IL, part of SD U-46. Hilltop Elementary School serves approximately 498 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Hilltop Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,672 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Hilltop Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 4.6
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,216
Chronic Absenteeism28.5%

Hilltop Elementary School — Students at Hilltop Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
85%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2022
ELA
29%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Hilltop Elementary School Compares

See how Hilltop Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
30th percentile in IL
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.5%

Location

1855 Rohrson Rd, Elgin, IL 60120

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hilltop Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Liberty Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Bartlett), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elgin Math and Science Acad Chtr (rated 6.4/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elgin, see our Elgin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Timber Trails Elementary School Hoffman Estates 1.3 mi 6.1
Elgin High School Elgin 1.2 mi 6.2
Lincoln Elementary School Hoffman Estates 1.5 mi 5.7
Lords Park Elem School Elgin 1.4 mi 4.1
Streamwood High School Streamwood 1.6 mi 6.3
VALEO ACADEMY Hoffman Estates 2.1 mi 7.3
THE IVY ACADEMY & EARLY LEARNING Elgin 1.9 mi
Huff Elem School Elgin 2.1 mi 3.5
Ellis Middle School Elgin 2.1 mi 3.7
Ronald D O Neal Elgin 2.2 mi 3.2
Liberty Elem School Bartlett 3.1 mi 7.3
STREAMWOOD MONTESSORI Streamwood 2.5 mi
Coleman Elem School Elgin 2.6 mi 3.2
Channing Memorial Elem School Elgin 2.4 mi 4.7
Hanover Countryside Elem School Streamwood 2.4 mi 3.9
Larsen Middle School Elgin 2.5 mi 5.8
Elgin Math and Science Acad Chtr Elgin 2.8 mi 6.4
ST MARY SCHOOL Elgin 2.5 mi 7.1
Nature Ridge Elem School Bartlett 3.3 mi 5.4
PARKLAND PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bartlett 3.2 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,305

Median Home Value

$227,000

Median Rent

$1,250/mo

Population

50,774

College Educated

19.4%

Homeownership

65.6%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

33.4

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Bradwell Comm Arts & Sci Elem Sch Chicago, IL 5.3
Central Grade School Effingham, IL 5.3
Dwight D Eisenhower Elem School Prospect Heights, IL 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hilltop Elementary School

What grades does Hilltop Elementary School serve?

Hilltop Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Hilltop Elementary School?

Hilltop Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 498 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hilltop Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hilltop Elementary School is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hilltop Elementary School rank in IL?

Hilltop Elementary School ranks #2,672 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Hilltop Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hilltop Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Hilltop Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hilltop Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hilltop Elementary School a charter school?

No, Hilltop Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hilltop Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Hilltop Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hilltop Elementary School?

41.8% of students at Hilltop Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.5%

District

SD U-46
District Enrollment
34,553
Schools in District
56
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,216
District Rank
#22 of 51

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