HILLCREST HIGH

hillcrest.spsk12.org

1,017 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.

1,017

Total Students

60.6

Full-Time Teachers

16.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

63.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HILLCREST HIGH
Demographic	Student Count
White	701
Hispanic	81
Black	129
Asian	10
Two or More	78
American Indian	9
Pacific Islander	9

White
701 (68.9 %)
Black
129 (12.7 %)
Hispanic
81 (8.0 %)
Two or More
78 (7.7 %)
Asian
10 (1.0 %)
American Indian
9 (0.9 %)
Pacific Islander
9 (0.9 %)

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:	1,017
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	60.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.8
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 9 303

Grade 10 264

Grade 11 246

Grade 12 204