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Hillside Academy

Elementary School

26423 NE ALLEN ST, Duvall, WA 98019

Private

Enrollment

60

Student-Teacher

8.5:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#314 of 381

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Hillside Academy

5.2/10

Elementary School in Duvall · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Cherry Valley Elementary School

8.3/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Cedarcrest High School

6.0/10

1.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Hillside Academy

Hillside Academy is a private elementary school in Duvall, WA. Hillside Academy serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillside Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #314 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it compares1.6 pts below WA schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 60 students, Hillside Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Hillside Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Hillside Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Hillside Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Duvall, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
This School
vs
19.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
60
This School
vs
704
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.2
This School
vs
7.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 96.7% vs 0%
Asian 3.3% vs 0%
Hillside Academy Duvall Public Avg

All Schools in Duvall

School Rating
Hillside Academy (this school) 5.2
Cherry Valley Elementary School 8.3
Cedarcrest High School 6.0

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,165.8
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 2.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 6%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
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Enrollment 60
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in WA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 96.7%
Asian 3.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

26423 NE ALLEN ST, Duvall, WA 98019

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hillside Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Woodinville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rosa Parks Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Redmond), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Emily Dickinson Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Redmond), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Duvall, see our Duvall schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Cherry Valley Elementary School Duvall 0.1 mi 8.3
Cedarcrest High School Duvall 1.7 mi 6.0
THE MADRONE SCHOOL (THE GRADY SCHOOL) Woodinville 2.6 mi
East Ridge Elementary Woodinville 2.7 mi 8.5
Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary Woodinville 3.2 mi 8.8
Ella Baker Elementary School Redmond 4.5 mi 7.3
Timbercrest Middle School Woodinville 3.4 mi 7.5
Timberline Middle School Redmond 4.6 mi 7.9
Rosa Parks Elementary Redmond 4.8 mi 8.8
Stillwater Elementary Carnation 4.7 mi 7.6
Cottage Lake Elementary Woodinville 4.4 mi 8.7
THE OVERLAKE SCHOOL Redmond 5.3 mi 7.8
Monroe High School Monroe 6.8 mi 5.6
Leaders In Learning Monroe 6.9 mi 6.8
THE BEAR CREEK SCHOOL Redmond 5.8 mi 7.7
SKY VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Monroe 7.1 mi 6.5
Park Place Middle School Monroe 7.2 mi 5.9
MONROE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Monroe 7.3 mi 4.0
MONROE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Monroe 7.3 mi 3.9
Emily Dickinson Elementary Redmond 6.3 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$156,003

Median Home Value

$746,500

Median Rent

$2,652/mo

Population

11,712

College Educated

53.5%

Homeownership

89.8%

Avg Commute

32.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

37.4

Similar Schools

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

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FIVE ACRE SCHOOL Sequim, WA 5.2
Skamania Elementary Skamania, WA 5.2
THE BRIDGE SCHOOL Seattle, WA 5.2
KITSAP ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bremerton, WA 5.1
ST LUKES SCHOOL Federal Way, WA 5.1
Walla Walla Center for Children and Families Walla Walla, WA 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hillside Academy

What grades does Hillside Academy serve?

Hillside Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Hillside Academy?

Hillside Academy has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillside Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Hillside Academy is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Hillside Academy rank in WA?

Hillside Academy ranks #314 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is Hillside Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Hillside Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Hillside Academy a private school?

Yes, Hillside Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Hillside Academy a religious school?

Hillside Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
60
Gender Split
45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.7 hours
Days Per Year
174 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
King County

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