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Hillcrest High School
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  • Public
  • TUSCALOOSA, AL

Report Card

grade A minus
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Academics
    grade B
  2. Diversity
    grade A
  3. Teachers
    grade A minus
  4. College Prep
    grade B
  5. Clubs & Activities
    grade B
  6. Administration
    grade B
  7. Sports
    grade A
  8. Food
    grade C+
  9. Resources & Facilities
    grade B minus

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300 PATRIOT PKWY
TUSCALOOSA, AL 35405
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Nestled to the East of the Black Warrior River, and a mere 10 miles from the prestigious University of Alabama, lies the campus of Hillcrest High School. A unique blend of academic prowess and athletic powerhouse, Hillcrest prides itself on providing students with a high school experience that is challenging, diverse, and fun. As Patriots, our mission statement is “Be One Pat,” and we strive to unify all of our students under this vision, whether cheering on our Regional Champ football team under Friday night lights; pushing for academic excellence in various advanced and AP courses; or helping students pursue their passions in our 50+ clubs and organizations. Whatever your needs, whatever your interests, students will find a place at Hillcrest High School—“Building Excellence, One Patriot at a Time.”

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Academics

Percent Proficient - Reading
45%
Percent Proficient - Math
49%
Average Graduation Rate
92%
Average SAT
1170
20 responses
Average ACT
24
323 responses
AP Enrollment
18%

Hillcrest Student Leaders Pack Meals for Rise Against Hunger

academic spotlight

Students in Chick-fil-a Leader Academy joined with various other student leadership organizations to pack 26,000 meals to feed the hungry around the world. The project will benefit Rise Against Hunger, which students chose to sponsor through their yearly Field Day event. Money raised at Field Day was used to purchase materials and food to package these 26,000 meals.

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Living in the Area

grade A
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Cost of Living
    grade B+
  2. Good for Families
    grade A minus
  3. Housing
    grade B minus
Median Household Income
$57,508
National
$69,021
Median Rent
$908
National
$1,163
Median Home Value
$183,800
National
$244,900

Culture & Safety

Poll
83%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 40 responses
Poll
68%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 40 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on 167 responses
  • Friday night football
    20%
  • Homecoming
    19%
  • Float builidng
    15%
  • Patriot Games
    11%
  • Prom
    8%
  • Spirit Week
    8%
  • Pep rallies
    7%

Students

Diversity
grade A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,314
Free or Reduced Lunch
51%
88%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 41 responses
78%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 41 responses
88%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 41 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National
17:1
Average Teacher Salary
$52,292
Teachers in First/Second Year
7.9%
79%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 52 responses
85%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 52 responses
75%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 52 responses

Clubs & Activities

Clubs & Activities
grade B
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
Expenses Per Student
$10,132 / year
National
$12,239
87%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 52 responses
58%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 52 responses
81%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 52 responses

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