Excellent
#8 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 1% in state
Hillside Elementary School
Elementary School · HASTINGS-ON-HUDSON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
120 LEFURGY AVE, Hastings on Hudson, NY 10706
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#8 of 4,742
In Hastings on Hudson
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
HASTINGS-ON-HUDSON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Hillside Elementary School
Hillside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hastings on Hudson, NY, part of HASTINGS-ON-HUDSON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Hillside Elementary School serves approximately 546 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #8 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Hillside Elementary School show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
What's said publicly about Hillside Elementary School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 9.4 · Excellent
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Hillside Elementary School — Students at Hillside Elementary School score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Hillside Elementary School Compares
See how Hillside Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
120 LEFURGY AVE, Hastings on Hudson, NY 10706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SPRINGHURST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Dobbs Ferry), a more accessible option. Another option is HUDSON LAB SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST ANTHONY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Yonkers), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hastings on Hudson, see our Hastings on Hudson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HASTINGS HIGH SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson | 0.4 mi | 9.1 |
| FARRAGUT MIDDLE SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| GREENBURGH ELEVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dobbs Ferry | 0.6 mi | — |
| GREENBURGH ELEVEN HIGH SCHOOL Dobbs Ferry | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| GREENBURGH ELEVEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Dobbs Ferry | 0.6 mi | — |
| SPRINGHURST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dobbs Ferry | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| THE MASTERS SCHOOL Dobbs Ferry | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| CLARK ACADEMY Dobbs Ferry | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| HUDSON LAB SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| ORCHARD SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| ZICCOLELLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson | 1.3 mi | — |
| MARTIN LUTHER KING JR HIGH SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| ZICCOLELLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Hastings On Hudson | 1.3 mi | — |
| DOBBS FERRY HIGH SCHOOL Dobbs Ferry | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| DOBBS FERRY MIDDLE SCHOOL Dobbs Ferry | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| SCHOOL 22 Yonkers | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| ARDSLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Ardsley | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| WILLIAM BOYCE THOMPSON SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| JOHN A COLEMAN SCHOOL Yonkers | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$177,031
Median Home Value
$866,200
Median Rent
$1,999/mo
Population
9,119
College Educated
73%
Homeownership
79.6%
Avg Commute
41.4 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
47
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HEATHCOTE SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY | 9.4 |
| MOHANSIC SCHOOL Yorktown Heights, NY | 9.4 |
| BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL - CSD 13.2 Brooklyn, NY | 9.3 |
| GREENACRES SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY | 9.3 |
| NORTH SIDE SCHOOL East Williston, NY | 9.3 |
| QUAKER RIDGE SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY | 9.3 |
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 546 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillside Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillside Elementary School is 10.7:1. 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 NY?
Hillside Elementary School ranks #8 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Hillside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 546
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.5%
- Phone
- (914) 478-6270
Resources & Links
District
HASTINGS-ON-HUDSON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,589
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $33,043
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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