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#5 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 1% in state

Hilltop Elementary School

Elementary School · Beachwood City

24524 Hilltop Dr, Beachwood, OH 44122

Enrollment

321

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

9.7

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#5 of 3,441

In Beachwood

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Beachwood City

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Hilltop Elementary School

9.7/10

Elementary School in Beachwood · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hilltop Elementary School

Hilltop Elementary School is a public elementary school in Beachwood, OH, part of Beachwood City. Hilltop Elementary School serves approximately 321 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hilltop Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 out of 10 and ranks #5 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Hilltop Elementary School show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 9.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.9
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency81.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency90.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency86% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+33.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,303
Chronic Absenteeism19%

Hilltop Elementary School — Students at Hilltop Elementary School score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 89.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 89.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
90%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
93%
ELA
94%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
81%
2016
Math
94%
ELA
89%
2017
Math
91%
ELA
85%
2018
Math
91%
ELA
88%
2019
Math
91%
ELA
88%
2020*
Math
84%
ELA
89%
2021*
Math
84%
ELA
89%
2022
Math
81.4%
ELA
90.5%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Hilltop Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.7/10
100th percentile in OH
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.0%

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

24524 Hilltop Dr, Beachwood, OH 44122

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hilltop Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JULIE BILLIART SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lyndhurst), with a comparable rating. Another option is JOSEPH AND FLORENCE MANDEL JEWISH DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Mercer Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Shaker Heights), a more accessible option. For more schools in Beachwood, see our Beachwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Fairmount Early Childhood Center Beachwood 0.7 mi 5.2
YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL OF CLEVELAND Beachwood 0.8 mi
Beachwood High School Beachwood 0.9 mi 8.4
LAUREL SCHOOL Shaker Heights 1.1 mi 8.6
Beachwood Middle School Beachwood 1.1 mi 9.6
JULIE BILLIART SCHOOL Lyndhurst 1.2 mi 8.8
Greenview Upper Elementary School South Euclid 1.2 mi 5.5
Gearity Professional Development School University Hts 1.1 mi 5.9
GROSS SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL Pepper Pike 1.2 mi 7.9
Mercer Elementary School Shaker Heights 1.5 mi 8.1
Rowland Elementary School South Euclid 1.3 mi 6.0
JOSEPH AND FLORENCE MANDEL JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Beachwood 1.5 mi 8.3
FUCHS MIZRACHI SCHOOL Beachwood 1.5 mi 7.9
Brush High School Lyndhurst 1.8 mi 4.1
GESU SCHOOL University Heights 1.4 mi 5.4
Bryden Elementary School Beachwood 1.9 mi 8.1
Sunview Elementary School Lyndhurst 1.6 mi 7.3
Memorial Junior High School Cleveland 2.0 mi 5.0
Shaker Hts Middle School Shaker Heights 2.0 mi 7.4
CORPUS CHRISTI ACADEMY Lyndhurst 2.3 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,469

Median Home Value

$304,300

Median Rent

$1,509/mo

Population

36,960

College Educated

61.9%

Homeownership

62.6%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

45.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Chestnut Ridge Elementary School Berlin, OH 9.7
Continental Local Elementary School Continental, OH 9.7
Hardin Northern Elementary School Dola, OH 9.7
Kalida Elementary School Kalida, OH 9.7
Patrick Henry Elementary School Hamler, OH 9.7
Surrarrer Elementary School Strongsville, OH 9.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hilltop Elementary School

What grades does Hilltop Elementary School serve?

Hilltop Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Hilltop Elementary School?

Hilltop Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 321 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Hilltop Elementary School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hilltop Elementary School rank in OH?

Hilltop Elementary School ranks #5 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Hilltop Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hilltop Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 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 Hilltop Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hilltop Elementary School has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hilltop Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Hilltop Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

21.8% of students at Hilltop 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
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.0%

District

Beachwood City
District Enrollment
1,567
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,303
District Rank
#1 of 5

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