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#715 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 22% in state

Hillside Elementary School

Elementary School · Farmington Public School District

36801 WEST 11 MILE RD, Farmington Hills, MI 48335

Enrollment

636

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#715 of 3,192

In Farmington Hills

#5 of 13

public schools

In district

#6 of 16

Farmington Public School District

Equity

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Hillside Elementary School

7.4/10

Elementary School in Farmington Hills · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hillside Elementary School

Hillside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Farmington Hills, MI, part of Farmington Public School District. Hillside Elementary School serves approximately 636 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #715 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Hillside Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+14.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.2 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,893
Chronic Absenteeism29.4%

Hillside Elementary School — Students at Hillside Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 63.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
93%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
53%
ELA
48%
2021*
Math
53%
ELA
48%
2022
Math
56.8%
ELA
58.5%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Hillside Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.4/10
78th percentile in MI
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.4%

Location

36801 WEST 11 MILE RD, Farmington Hills, MI 48335

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hillside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Farmington STEAM Academy (rated 9.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Village Oaks Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Novi), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Orchard Hills Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Novi), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Farmington Hills, see our Farmington Hills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
NOVI NORTHVILLE MONTESSORI CENTER Farmington Hills 0.6 mi
Oakland FlexTech High School Farmington Hills 1.5 mi 7.9
Longacre Elementary School Farmington 1.6 mi 7.5
Village Oaks Elementary School Novi 2.3 mi 8.6
Power Middle School Farmington Hills 2.7 mi 6.9
Oakland Early College Farmington Hills 2.2 mi 7.4
Gill Elementary School Farmington 2.7 mi 6.6
Farmington STEAM Academy Farmington Hills 2.3 mi 9.0
Forest Elementary School Farmington Hills 2.9 mi 7.8
Career Preparation Novi 2.4 mi
Novi Adult Transition Center Novi 2.4 mi
Visions Unlimited Farmington 2.7 mi 5.8
North Farmington High School Farmington Hills 2.9 mi 7.8
NOVI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Novi 2.9 mi 7.7
ST FABIAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Farmington Hills 2.6 mi 6.4
Meadowbrook Elementary School Novi 2.9 mi 5.5
Kenbrook Elementary School Farmington Hills 2.9 mi 7.2
Orchard Hills Elementary School Novi 2.8 mi 8.0
Farmington High School Farmington 2.9 mi 8.6
COUNTRY HILLS MONTESSORI Farmington Hills 2.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48335 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,359

Median Home Value

$366,500

Median Rent

$1,451/mo

Population

24,298

College Educated

65.4%

Homeownership

43.7%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

36

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Gates Elementary School Davison, MI 7.4
Haisley Elementary School Ann Arbor, MI 7.4
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Moorsbridge Elementary School Portage, MI 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hillside Elementary School

What grades does Hillside Elementary School serve?

Hillside Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Hillside Elementary School?

Hillside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 636 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Hillside Elementary School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hillside Elementary School rank in MI?

Hillside Elementary School ranks #715 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Hillside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hillside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Hillside Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hillside Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hillside Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Hillside Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

21.2% of students at Hillside 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
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Oakland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.4%

District

Farmington Public School District
District Enrollment
9,154
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,893
District Rank
#6 of 16

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