Serving 1,782 students in grades 9-12, Hillcrest High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,782 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillcrest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hillcrest High School's student population of 1,782 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,782 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillcrest High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3810 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest High School's ranking?
Hillcrest High School is ranked #3810 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hillcrest High School often compared to?
Hillcrest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Sierra High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hillcrest High School?
The graduation rate of Hillcrest High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hillcrest High School?
1,782 students attend Hillcrest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Hillcrest High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillcrest High School?
Hillcrest High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hillcrest High School offer ?
Hillcrest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hillcrest High School part of?
Hillcrest High School is part of Alvord Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hillcrest High School located?
Hillcrest High School is located in the La Sierra South neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in La Sierra South.
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