HILLCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Hillcrest Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Frederick County Public Schools school district, located in Frederick, MD with about 964 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 77 teachers, Hillcrest Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Hillcrest Elementary School, located at 1285 Hillcrest Drive in Frederick, Maryland, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes academic achievement, social-emotional development, and a strong sense of community among its diverse student body. By focusing on core curriculum standards and holistic development, Hillcrest strives to prepare its young learners for success in their future academic endeavors.

As part of the broader FCPS system, the school benefits from the district's extensive resources, professional development programs, and standardized instructional framework. Families and community members can stay informed about the school’s specific programs, events, and administrative updates by visiting the official district website at [www.fcps.org](http://www.fcps.org). Through collaboration between staff, parents, and the local community, Hillcrest Elementary works to provide a nurturing setting where every student has the opportunity to thrive.

For more information, contact Hillcrest Elementary at (240) 236-3200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.