Needs Improvement
#7788 of 8,552 schools in TX
Hillcrest EL
Elementary School · SAN ANTONIO ISD
211 W MALONE AVE, San Antonio, TX 78214
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,788 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#404 of 516
public schools
In district
#59 of 94
SAN ANTONIO ISD
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About Hillcrest EL
Hillcrest EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SAN ANTONIO ISD. Hillcrest EL serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillcrest EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,788 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Hillcrest EL show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Hillcrest EL 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
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Hillcrest EL — Students at Hillcrest EL score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.1/10.
How Hillcrest EL Compares
See how Hillcrest EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
211 W MALONE AVE, San Antonio, TX 78214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillcrest EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROBERT B GREEN EL (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP ESPERANZA PRI (rated 6.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JAMES THE APOSTLE SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BURBANK H S San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| KNOX EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| HARRIS MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| POR VIDA ACADEMY CHARTER H S San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| ST JAMES THE APOSTLE SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| JUVENILE DETENT CTR San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| COLLINS GARDEN EL San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| BRISCOE EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 2.5 |
| V M ADAMS EL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| STONEWALL/FLANDERS EL San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| KIPP ASPIRE ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| KIPP UNIVERSITY PREP H S San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP ESPERANZA PRI San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| HARLANDALE H S San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| RIVERSIDE PARK EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| CHARLES GRAEBNER EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 2.8 |
| HARLANDALE MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| ROBERT B GREEN EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| A LEAL JR MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| BRACKENRIDGE H S San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,334
Median Home Value
$121,600
Median Rent
$934/mo
Population
21,884
College Educated
8.9%
Homeownership
57.5%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
25.6%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
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| BARRICK EL Houston, TX | 3.8 |
| BLUEBONNET EL Round Rock, TX | 3.8 |
| CAPISTRANO EL El Paso, TX | 3.8 |
| CARROLL PEAK EL Fort Worth, TX | 3.8 |
| CONNALLY EL Waco, TX | 3.8 |
| CROMACK EL Brownsville, TX | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillcrest EL
What grades does Hillcrest EL serve?
Hillcrest EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hillcrest EL?
Hillcrest EL has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest EL is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hillcrest EL rank in TX?
Hillcrest EL ranks #7,788 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Hillcrest EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillcrest EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hillcrest EL has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hillcrest EL a charter school?
No, Hillcrest EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hillcrest EL a Title I school?
No, Hillcrest EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hillcrest EL?
93.5% of students at Hillcrest EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 354
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.4%
- Phone
- (210) 228-3340
Resources & Links
District
SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 44,670
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,971
- District Rank
- #59 of 94
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