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Hillcrest Elementary

Elementary School · Hamblen County

407 S Liberty Hill RD, Morristown, TN 37813

Enrollment

639

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#983 of 1,786

In Morristown

#9 of 15

public schools

In district

#12 of 18

Hamblen County

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Hillcrest Elementary

6.2/10

Elementary School in Morristown · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Morristown East High

5.7/10

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4.9/10

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About Hillcrest Elementary

Hillcrest Elementary is a public elementary school in Morristown, TN, part of Hamblen County. Hillcrest Elementary serves approximately 639 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillcrest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #983 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Hillcrest Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-1.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.5 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,596
Chronic Absenteeism13.3%

Hillcrest Elementary — Students at Hillcrest Elementary score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 28.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
29%
ELA
30%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
49%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
18%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
25.5%
ELA
27%
2025
Math
38.1%
ELA
36.3%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Hillcrest Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
45th percentile in TN
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

Location

407 S Liberty Hill RD, Morristown, TN 37813

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hillcrest Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Heights Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Russellville Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Russellville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Witt Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Morristown, see our Morristown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Morristown East High Morristown 0.5 mi 5.7
Meadowview Middle School Morristown 0.9 mi 4.9
Lincoln Heights Elementary Morristown 1.0 mi 8.4
Lincoln Heights Middle School Morristown 1.1 mi 6.9
MORRISTOWN COVENANT ACADEMY Morristown 1.1 mi 6.9
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Morristown 1.5 mi 4.9
Morristown West High Morristown 1.5 mi 5.1
Fairview Marguerite Morristown 1.7 mi 6.8
West Elementary Morristown 1.6 mi 7.4
John Hay Elementary Morristown 1.8 mi 5.0
Hamblen County Alternative School Morristown 1.7 mi 4.3
LAKEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Morristown 2.3 mi 3.1
Union Heights Elementary Morristown 3.0 mi 7.3
Witt Elementary Morristown 3.8 mi 7.9
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - LCS Morristown 4.1 mi 5.3
Manley Elementary Morristown 3.4 mi 5.1
ALL SAINTS' EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Morristown 3.9 mi 7.0
West View Middle School Morristown 5.0 mi 7.0
Russellville Elementary Russellville 4.9 mi 8.0
East Ridge Middle School Whitesburg 6.3 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37813 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,783

Median Home Value

$158,400

Median Rent

$813/mo

Population

17,479

College Educated

15.1%

Homeownership

67.5%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

20.9%

Median Age

39.2

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Mary Blount Elementary Maryville, TN 6.2
Nashville Collegiate Prep Nashville, TN 6.2
Vision Preparatory Charter School Memphis, TN 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hillcrest Elementary

What grades does Hillcrest Elementary serve?

Hillcrest Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Hillcrest Elementary?

Hillcrest Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 639 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest Elementary is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hillcrest Elementary rank in TN?

Hillcrest Elementary ranks #983 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Hillcrest Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Hillcrest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Hillcrest Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hillcrest Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hillcrest Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Hillcrest Elementary a Title I school?

No, Hillcrest Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
639
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hamblen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

District

Hamblen County
District Enrollment
10,287
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,596
District Rank
#12 of 18

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