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Hilltonia Middle School

Middle School · Columbus City Schools District

2345 W Mound St, Columbus, OH 43204

Enrollment

430

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

3.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,218 of 3,441

In Columbus

#182 of 224

public schools

In district

#91 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

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Hilltonia Middle School

3.6/10

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

Lindbergh Elementary School

5.0/10

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3.7/10

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About Hilltonia Middle School

Hilltonia Middle School is a public middle school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Hilltonia Middle School serves approximately 430 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Hilltonia Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,218 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Hilltonia Middle School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.3
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

86% of students at Hilltonia Middle 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.9Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency13.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-35.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
Resources & Environment6.0Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism86.3%

Hilltonia Middle School — Students at Hilltonia Middle School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 23.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 29.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
39%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
14%
ELA
13%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
13%
2017
Math
9%
ELA
11%
2018
Math
13%
ELA
15%
2019
Math
13%
ELA
15%
2020*
Math
8%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
8%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
10.5%
ELA
13.7%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How Hilltonia Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.6/10
7th percentile in OH
Academic
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
86.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2345 W Mound St, Columbus, OH 43204

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hilltonia Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Finland Middle School (rated 4.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Franklin Woods Intermediate School (rated 4.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Lindbergh Elementary School Columbus 0.5 mi 5.0
West Mound Elementary School Columbus 0.5 mi 3.7
Burroughs Elementary School Columbus 0.6 mi 5.0
Briggs High School Columbus 0.8 mi 2.8
East Franklin Elementary School Columbus 1.0 mi 3.0
Highland Elementary School Columbus 1.1 mi 3.9
Educational Academy for Boys & Girls Columbus 1.1 mi 6.0
ST MARY MAGDALENE SCHOOL Columbus 1.1 mi 5.9
West High School Columbus 1.3 mi 2.8
Binns Elementary School Columbus 1.1 mi 4.9
West Broad Elementary School Columbus 1.4 mi 4.1
Franklin Woods Intermediate School Columbus 1.4 mi 4.6
James A Harmon Elementary School Grove City 1.5 mi 6.5
Westgate Alternative Elementary School Columbus 1.3 mi 5.6
Finland Middle School Columbus 1.5 mi 4.8
Central Point Preparatory Academy Columbus 1.3 mi 6.3
Finland Elementary School Columbus 1.6 mi 5.2
Capital High School Columbus 1.4 mi 4.7
Starling PK-8 Columbus 1.6 mi 2.5
Sullivant Avenue Community School Columbus 1.7 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,158

Median Home Value

$170,900

Median Rent

$1,206/mo

Population

43,444

College Educated

25.2%

Homeownership

51.3%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

21.4%

Median Age

33.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hilltonia Middle School

What grades does Hilltonia Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Hilltonia Middle School?

Hilltonia Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 430 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Hilltonia Middle School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hilltonia Middle School rank in OH?

Hilltonia Middle School ranks #3,218 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Hilltonia Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hilltonia Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Hilltonia Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hilltonia Middle School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hilltonia Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Hilltonia Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
86.3%

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