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#192 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 6% in state

Hillside Middle School

Middle School · Northville Public Schools

775 NORTH CENTER ST, Northville, MI 48167

Enrollment

981

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

8.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#192 of 3,192

In Northville

#4 of 10

public schools

In district

#4 of 10

Northville Public Schools

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Hillside Middle School

8.4/10

Middle School in Northville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.1/10

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About Hillside Middle School

Hillside Middle School is a public middle school in Northville, MI, part of Northville Public Schools. Hillside Middle School serves approximately 981 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillside Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #192 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Hillside Middle School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.5
  • MI avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.9Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+38.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+39.4 pts
Overall Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)71% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,690
Chronic Absenteeism14.2%

Hillside Middle School — Students at Hillside Middle School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

5.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 70.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
32.1% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 79.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.4% (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
97%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
70%
ELA
74%
2018
Math
74%
ELA
80%
2019
Math
74%
ELA
80%
2020*
Math
66%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
66%
ELA
70%
2022
Math
67.3%
ELA
77.1%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Hillside Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
94th percentile in MI
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
5%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.2%

Location

775 NORTH CENTER ST, Northville, MI 48167

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hillside Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Meads Mill Middle School (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Novi Meadows School (rated 8.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Novi), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Northville, see our Northville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Amerman Elementary School Northville 0.2 mi 9.1
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Northville 0.2 mi 7.0
Cooke School Northville 0.4 mi 5.9
OUR LADY OF VICTORY Northville 0.8 mi 5.4
Silver Springs Elementary School Northville 1.0 mi 7.6
Moraine Elementary School Northville 1.0 mi 8.9
Thornton Creek Elementary School Novi 1.4 mi 8.3
Novi High School Novi 1.8 mi 9.2
Northville High School Northville 1.9 mi 8.4
SUNDAI MICHIGAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Novi 2.1 mi
Orchard Hills Elementary School Novi 2.2 mi 8.0
Meads Mill Middle School Northville 2.3 mi 8.6
Novi Woods Elementary School Novi 2.5 mi 8.1
Novi Meadows School Novi 2.7 mi 8.2
Parkview Elementary School Novi 2.9 mi 8.6
NORTHVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Northville 2.6 mi 5.2
Village Oaks Elementary School Novi 2.6 mi 8.6
Winchester Elementary School Northville 2.9 mi 8.2
Hawthorn Center Northville 2.9 mi
Career Preparation Novi 3.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48167 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$118,378

Median Home Value

$430,500

Median Rent

$1,580/mo

Population

23,281

College Educated

59.1%

Homeownership

72.8%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

3.8%

Median Age

45.1

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East Middle School Plymouth, MI 8.3
Maltby Intermediate School Brighton, MI 8.3
Novi Middle School Novi, MI 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hillside Middle School

What grades does Hillside Middle School serve?

Hillside Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Hillside Middle School?

Hillside Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 981 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Hillside Middle School is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hillside Middle School rank in MI?

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

What is Hillside Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hillside Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hillside Middle School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hillside Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Hillside Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

5.4% of students at Hillside Middle 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
69 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
981
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
5.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Oakland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.2%

District

Northville Public Schools
District Enrollment
6,971
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,690
District Rank
#4 of 10

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