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#2468 of 3,192 schools in MI
Hillcrest Elementary School
Elementary School · Crestwood School District
7500 NORTH VERNON ST, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,468 of 3,192
In Dearborn Heights
#15 of 20
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Crestwood School District
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Hillcrest Elementary School
Hillcrest Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dearborn Heights, MI, part of Crestwood School District. Hillcrest Elementary School serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillcrest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,468 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Hillcrest Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
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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Hillcrest Elementary School — Students at Hillcrest Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from MI 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: 2.3/10.
How Hillcrest Elementary School Compares
See how Hillcrest Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7500 NORTH VERNON ST, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillcrest Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Howard Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Dearborn), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ANSELM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST LINUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dearborn Heights, see our Dearborn Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,084
Median Home Value
$217,000
Median Rent
$1,231/mo
Population
39,943
College Educated
28.8%
Homeownership
72.8%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
34.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillcrest Elementary School
What grades does Hillcrest Elementary School serve?
Hillcrest Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Hillcrest Elementary School?
Hillcrest Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest Elementary School is 13.1:1. 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 MI?
Hillcrest Elementary School ranks #2,468 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Hillcrest Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillcrest Elementary 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.
What are the test scores at Hillcrest Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hillcrest Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hillcrest Elementary School?
86.1% of students at Hillcrest 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 302
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.1%
- Phone
- (313) 278-0425
Resources & Links
District
Crestwood School District- District Enrollment
- 3,692
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,344
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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