Hillcrest Elementary School

Hillcrest Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-6
795 Pepper St,  Monterey Park, CA
Garvey Elementary School District
3.3
412 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Robin Libby
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Math Proficiency
57%
Reading Proficiency
57%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A-
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
57%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Teachers
20
Full Time Teachers
20
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.3%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
32.4%
State Average
17.9%
Science
16.4%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
874:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.3%
Female
48.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
62.9%
Hispanic
30.4%
Two or more races
4.6%
White
1.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Black
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
3.3 7 Reviews
5.0 parent
12/2/2024
My kids are so lucky to be in this school they have give them so much support we move here a couple of months and it was so hard for my two children to be in a new environment and all the staff have gives us a lots of support Miss Liz and Miss Gladys thank you.and the teachers too .
2.0 parent
5/4/2021
I really think this school needs to change a new principle who is really knowledgeable in promoting math, and science learning. I really disagreed with parent and teacher dancing night. I do not see any benefit from this type of activity that was supported by current principle.
4.0 parent
7/28/2018
Could be better. Communication is very weak.
4.0 other
6/28/2012
I just wanted a message out to Ms.TONG She was not a great and she made me and some other people correct HOMEWORK and CLASSWORK. STUFF THAT SHE IS SUPPOSE TO DO!! >:( Ok and the rest of the teachers are wonderful and mrs.Lim is the best! WOOP

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Hillcrest Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-6 in Monterey Park, CA, in the Monterey Park neighborhood, and is served by the Garvey Elementary School District in California. The school has a total enrollment of 412 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Academic records show that 57% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 57% are proficient in reading. Hillcrest Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $1,002,512. Discover additional schools in the area, like Mark Keppel High School, Schurr High School, Montebello Community Day School, and more. Learn more about what Monterey Park has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Hillcrest Elementary School.

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