Very Good
#625 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 35% in state
Based on limited data
Hillcrest Elementary School
Elementary School · Gill-Montague
30 Griswold Street, Turners Falls, MA 01376
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
137
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
137
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#625 of 1,793
In Turners Falls
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Gill-Montague
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Hillcrest Elementary School
Elementary School in Turners Falls · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hillcrest Elementary School
Hillcrest Elementary School is a public elementary school in Turners Falls, MA, part of Gill-Montague. Hillcrest Elementary School serves approximately 137 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillcrest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #625 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 137 students, Hillcrest Elementary 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.
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Hillcrest Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
31% of students at Hillcrest Elementary 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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Test Scores
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How Hillcrest Elementary School Compares
See how Hillcrest Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
30 Griswold Street, Turners Falls, MA 01376
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillcrest Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gill Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Gill), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bernardston Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Bernardston), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Erving Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Erving), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Turners Falls, see our Turners Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sheffield Elementary School Turners Falls | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Turners Fall High Montague | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Great Falls Middle Montague | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| FOUR WINDS SCHOOL Gill | 1.0 mi | — |
| GREENFIELD CENTER SCHOOL Greenfield | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Franklin County Technical Turners Falls | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Discovery School at Four Corners Greenfield | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| STONELEIGH-BURNHAM SCHOOL Greenfield | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Greenfield High Greenfield | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Greenfield Middle Greenfield | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Federal Street School Greenfield | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Greater Commonwealth Virtual School Greenfield | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| The Academy of Early Learning at North Parish Greenfield | 2.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Newton School Greenfield | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Four Rivers Charter Public School Greenfield | 3.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Bernardston Elementary Bernardston | 4.7 mi | 7.3 |
| THE BEMENT SCHOOL Deerfield | 4.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Erving Elementary Erving | 3.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Gill Elementary Gill | 4.6 mi | 9.4 |
| Pioneer Valley Regional Northfield | 6.9 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01376 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,857
Median Home Value
$237,800
Median Rent
$1,147/mo
Population
5,032
College Educated
31.1%
Homeownership
53.3%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
45
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ashby Elementary Ashby, MA | 7.0 |
| CHARLES RIVER SCHOOL Dover, MA | 7.0 |
| Conley Elementary School Roslindale, MA | 7.0 |
| Erving Elementary Erving, MA | 7.0 |
| ANDOVER SCHOOL OF MONTESSORI Andover, MA | 6.9 |
| Clap Elementary School Dorchester, MA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillcrest Elementary School
What grades does Hillcrest Elementary School serve?
Hillcrest Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Hillcrest Elementary School?
Hillcrest Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 137 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest Elementary School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hillcrest Elementary School rank in MA?
Hillcrest Elementary School ranks #625 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Hillcrest Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillcrest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hillcrest Elementary School a charter school?
No, Hillcrest Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hillcrest Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Hillcrest Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 137
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (413) 863-9526
Resources & Links
District
Gill-Montague- District Enrollment
- 902
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,170
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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