- Enrollment
- 3,682
- Students per teacher
- 16.3:1
- Resource Index
- 47/100
Other / mixed grade configuration · Indianapolis, IN
Hilltop School
Federal NCES profile for Hilltop School, including enrollment, faculty, free-lunch eligibility, demographics, and resource indicators - Resource Investment Index 30/100.
2024-25 NCES dataOther / mixed grade configurationNCES 181272002444
👥 S:T ratio 42
🌟 Gifted program 30
📋 Attendance 18
Scored 0–100 from federal NCES and CRDC indicators, resource allocation, not test scores. Full methodology →
The verdict
Hilltop School earns 30/100 on the Resource Investment Index, with class sizes near the Indiana median. It is also one of the smallest schools in Indiana.
- #61 of 90
- schools in Indianapolis · Resource Index
- 30
- Resource Index · Lower
- 14.6:1
- students per teacher
- 57.5%
- free-lunch eligible
Hilltop School has class sizes near the Indiana median. Computed live against every Indiana school reporting to NCES.
By Resource Investment Index, Hilltop School ranks #61 of 90 schools in Indianapolis, IN.
School address
District: Msd Washington Township · Indiana
NCES ID 181272002444 Verify on NCES CCD record →
CCD year-over-year · 2022-23 → 2023-24
+23 students YoY
Hilltop School grew from 146 students in 2022-23 to 169 in 2023-24 (+15.8%).
Teacher FTE added 10.0 → 12.0 across the same CCD years.
Source: NCES Common Core of Data public-school universe (2022-23, 2023-24).
Growing CCD campus
+23 students YoY 181272002444 · Indianapolis, IN Other · SMALL · TRAD
146 enr · 14.6:1 · 57.5% lunch · RII 30
Nearest enrollment peer: North Central High School (3,682 students)
Hilltop School grew from 146 students in 2022-23 to 169 in 2023-24 (+15.8%). Teacher FTE added 10.0 → 12.0 across the same CCD years. Read with this school → · District book → · Indiana schools → · Find another →
Hilltop School in the enrollment neighbourhood
Fall enrollment among this campus and nearest district peers
- North Central
North Central High School
3,682 students
- Northview Midd 1,019
Northview Middle School
1,019 students
- Eastwood Middl 845
Eastwood Middle School
845 students
- Westlane Middl 754
Westlane Middle School
754 students
- Clearwater Ele 750
Clearwater Elementary School
750 students
- This school 146
Hilltop School
146 students
What this shows Hilltop School reports 146 students on the CCD universe file.
How Hilltop School compares
Hilltop School is a growing campus on CCD: ratios and free-lunch share vs Indiana and U.S. means.
| Metric | This school | vs Indiana | Indiana avg | U.S. avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Students per teacher | 14.6:1 | ▼ 8% | 15.9:1 | 15.7:1 |
| Free-lunch eligible | 57.5% | ▲ 16% | 49.5% | 51.7% |
| Enrollment | 146 | top 95% | - | - |
Source: NCES Common Core of Data School-level CCD + state/national means from Public School Universe · 2024-25
14.6:1
Leaner classes than 51% of US schools, a middle-of-the-pack class size.
146
Bigger than 14% of US schools by enrollment, a small campus.
Equity indicators methodology
Economic need
57.5%
free-lunch eligible
- 16% above the Indiana average of 49.5%
Above the 40% Title I schoolwide threshold; federal funds support the whole school, not individual students.
Staffing depth
14.6:1
students per teacher
- 8% below state mean
Top 41% in Indiana - lower ratio than 59% of state schools
Close to the 15:1 benchmark most often cited for individualized attention.
Engagement
32.9%
chronically absent (missed 10%+ of school days)
At or above 20%, the commonly used threshold for "high" chronic absenteeism, signaling significant barriers to regular attendance.
Funding equity
$16,546
per pupil, district-wide
- above Indiana avg of $12,921
Somewhat below the U.S. average per-pupil spend; funding constraints may affect programs, facilities, and staffing.
Support staff
Counselors0.0 FTE
Student-support staffing from the Civil Rights Data Collection.
Discipline context
0
in-school suspensions + 0 out-of-school
Suspension rate: 0.0 per 100 students. Combined in-school and out-of-school rate: 0.0 per 100 students. Reported via the Civil Rights Data Collection.
Programs
District finance for Msd Washington Township reports $16,546 per pupil (NCES F-33) - open the district page for the full revenue mix.
How Hilltop School Compares to District-Mates
| School | Enrollment | Economic Profile | Student-Teacher Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Central High School | Larger | Similar economic need | Higher S:T ratio |
| Northview Middle School | Larger | Higher economic need | Similar S:T ratio |
| Eastwood Middle School | Larger | Similar economic need | Similar S:T ratio |
| Westlane Middle School | Larger | Similar economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
| Clearwater Elementary School | Larger | Lower economic need | Higher S:T ratio |
Comparisons are relative to Hilltop School's own figures; each column derives from NCES Common Core of Data.
Other Schools in This District
- Enrollment
- 1,019
- Students per teacher
- 15:1
- Resource Index
- 46/100
- Enrollment
- 845
- Students per teacher
- 13.4:1
- Resource Index
- 45/100
- Enrollment
- 754
- Students per teacher
- 12:1
- Resource Index
- 48/100
- Enrollment
- 750
- Students per teacher
- 18.8:1
- Resource Index
- 53/100
Similar other schools in Indianapolis
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Early Learning Center
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Victory College Prep Academy
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1,058 students 11.9:1 students per teacher
Forest Glen Elementary School
Standard public school
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Indiana Connections Career Academy
Standard public school
942 students 49.6:1 students per teacher
Nationwide other schools with similar size or staffing
Out-of-state peers matched by enrollment and by student-teacher ratio, not the same-city or same-district lists above.
Similar enrollment (~146 students)
Frequently asked questions about Hilltop School
How many students attend Hilltop School?
Hilltop School has 146 students enrolled. It is a public school in Indianapolis, IN. CCD year-over-year: 146 (2022-23) → 169 (2023-24), up 23.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hilltop School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hilltop School is 14.6:1, which is 8% lower than the Indiana average of 15.9:1 and 7% lower than the national average of 15.7:1. Lower ratios generally mean more individual attention per student.
What percentage of students receive free lunch at Hilltop School?
57.5% of students at Hilltop School are eligible for free lunch, compared to the Indiana average of 49.5%.
What is the Resource Investment Index for Hilltop School?
Hilltop School has a Resource Investment Index of 30/100 (lower reported resources relative to schools nationally) based on 3 factors: student-teacher ratio, gifted-program reporting, chronic absenteeism. Not a test-score or academic measure (national median ~41/100, see methodology).
How does Hilltop School rank among schools in Indianapolis?
By Resource Investment Index, Hilltop School ranks #61 of 90 schools in Indianapolis, IN. This compares federal resource and staffing data among local peers; it is not a test-score or academic ranking. See all schools in Indianapolis on the city page.
What other schools are in Msd Washington Township?
Besides Hilltop School, Msd Washington Township also operates North Central High School (3,682 students), Northview Middle School (1,019 students), and Eastwood Middle School (845 students). See the Msd Washington Township district page for the complete list.