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Hillview Middle School

1100 Elder Ave.
Menlo Park, CA 94025
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 5%
Serving 858 students in grades 6-8, Hillview Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 858 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 5% in CA
  • : 75% (Top 5%)
  • : 80% (Top 5%)
  • : 76% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Hillview Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

School Overview

Hillview Middle School's student population of 858 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
858 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Motto
The Hillview Community inspires and empowers all students to be curious and resilient problem solvers, compassionate and constructive contributors, and lifelong learners.

School Rankings

Hillview Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillview Middle School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CA)
#424 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
75%
34%
80%
47%
76%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
52%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.66
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hillview Middle School's ranking?
Hillview Middle School is ranked #424 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hillview Middle School often compared to?
Hillview Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Entrada Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hillview Middle School?
858 students attend Hillview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Hillview Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillview Middle School?
Hillview Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hillview Middle School offer ?
Hillview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hillview Middle School part of?
Hillview Middle School is part of Menlo Park City Elementary School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 858 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 75% (Top 5%)
  • : 80% (Top 5%)
  • : 76% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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