HILLCREST HIGH

hillcrest.spsk12.org

1,065 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Hillcrest High School, located at 3319 N. Grant in Springfield, Missouri, is a prominent institution within the Springfield Public Schools district. Known for its distinct mascot, the Hornet, the school serves a diverse student body and offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The campus is well-integrated into the local community, fostering a tradition of school spirit and extracurricular involvement that defines the student experience.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Hillcrest High School emphasizes a well-rounded education by providing various athletic programs, clubs, and service organizations. The school is committed to maintaining a supportive environment that encourages student growth, critical thinking, and civic engagement. By balancing academic rigor with community-focused initiatives, Hillcrest aims to equip its graduates with the necessary skills to succeed in an evolving global landscape.

1,065

Total Students

65.7

Full-Time Teachers

16.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

61.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HILLCREST HIGH
Demographic	Student Count
White	710
Hispanic	96
Black	136
Asian	17
Two or More	85
American Indian	9
Pacific Islander	12

White
710 (66.7%)
Black
136 (12.8%)
Hispanic
96 (9.0%)
Two or More
85 (8.0%)
Asian
17 (1.6%)
Pacific Islander
12 (1.1%)
American Indian
9 (0.8%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	SPRINGFIELD R-XII
Phone:	(417)523-8000
Website:	http://hillcrest.spsk12.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,065
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	65.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	548
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	102

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 263

Grade 10 286

Grade 11 292

Grade 12 224