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#1413 of 1,823 schools in IN
Hilltop School
School · MSD Washington Township
1915 E 86th St, Indianapolis, IN 46240
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 219 schools in Indianapolis. Learn more
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#1,413 of 1,823
In Indianapolis
#119 of 222
public schools
In district
#13 of 13
MSD Washington Township
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Hilltop School
Hilltop School is a public school in Indianapolis, IN, part of MSD Washington Township. Hilltop School serves approximately 169 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hilltop School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,413 of 1,823 schools in IN.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- IN avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 169 students, Hilltop 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.
Score Breakdown
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How Hilltop School Compares
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Funding & Resources
Location
1915 E 86th St, Indianapolis, IN 46240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hilltop School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Merle Sidener Gifted Academy (rated 9.4/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodbrook Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Carmel), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Forest Dale Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Carmel), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,728
Median Home Value
$328,600
Median Rent
$1,255/mo
Population
19,632
College Educated
58.7%
Homeownership
44.8%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
37.8
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hilltop School
What grades does Hilltop School serve?
Hilltop School serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Hilltop School?
Hilltop School has an enrollment of approximately 169 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hilltop School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hilltop School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hilltop School rank in IN?
Hilltop School ranks #1,413 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is Hilltop School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hilltop School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hilltop School a charter school?
No, Hilltop School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hilltop School a Title I school?
No, Hilltop School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 169
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Marion County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.2%
- Phone
- (317) 259-5458
Resources & Links
District
MSD Washington Township- District Enrollment
- 10,735
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,546
- District Rank
- #13 of 13
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