Serving 471 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J M Hill Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J M Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
J M Hill Elementary School's student population of 471 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
471 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
J M Hill Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J M Hill Elementary School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2143 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
12%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Black
20%
14%
White
35%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
20%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cavaliers And Timberwolves
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J M Hill Elementary School's ranking?
J M Hill Elementary School is ranked #2143 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are J M Hill Elementary School often compared to?
J M Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Stroudsburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend J M Hill Elementary School?
471 students attend J M Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of J M Hill Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 20% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J M Hill Elementary School?
J M Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does J M Hill Elementary School offer ?
J M Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J M Hill Elementary School part of?
J M Hill Elementary School is part of East Stroudsburg Area School District.
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