At a glance
Reported students
696
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
31.94
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
21.8:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
07–09
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Utah middle enrollment
35th percentile
Compared with 144 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
425
Hillcrest Jr High: 696 reported students.
State peer staffing position
45th percentile
21.8:1 reported; state peer median 22.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 820
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Student–teacher ratio
- 21:1
What the reported data says about Hillcrest Jr High
Hillcrest Jr High is a public middle school serving grades 07–09 in Murray. It is one of 12 current school records connected to Murray District. NCES reports 696 students for 2024–25.
Among 144 middle schools in Utah with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 860 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 35th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 21.8:1, close to the Utah median of 22.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (55.3%) and Hispanic or Latino (31.6%). English learners represent 14% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 1 AP course. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Hillcrest Jr High
- 1How do the reported 21.8:1 student–teacher ratio and 31.94 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2.5 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 14%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 46.3%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2.5
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.25
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.25
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1.5
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White55.3%
- Hispanic31.6%
- Black5.3%
- Asian1.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.9%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander1.1%
- Multiracial4.3%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
1 distinct course reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Murray District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Riverview Jr High
Middle · Grades 07–09
614 reported students
Horizon School
Elementary · Grades KG–06
664 reported students
Parkside School
Elementary · Grades KG–06
454 reported students
Viewmont School
Elementary · Grades KG–06
433 reported students
Mcmillan School
Elementary · Grades KG–06
417 reported students
Longview School
Elementary · Grades KG–06
323 reported students
Public schools near Hillcrest Jr High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverview Jr High Middle · Murray District | 07–09 | 614 | 1.5 mi |
| Bonneville Jr High Middle · Granite District | 06–08 | 636 | 2.1 mi |
| Eisenhower Jr High Middle · Granite District | 06–09 | 1,036 | 3.1 mi |
| Olympus Jr High Middle · Granite District | 05–09 | 807 | 3.1 mi |
| Union Middle Middle · Canyons District | 06–08 | 911 | 3.3 mi |
| Midvale Middle Middle · Canyons District | 06–08 | 802 | 3.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Hillcrest Jr High
What grades does Hillcrest Jr High serve?
Hillcrest Jr High reports grades 07–09 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Murray District.
How many students attend Hillcrest Jr High?
Hillcrest Jr High reported 696 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 35th percentile among 144 Utah middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 820 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Hillcrest Jr High?
The calculated ratio is 21.8:1, based on 696 students and 31.94 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Utah median for the same school level is 22.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Hillcrest Jr High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Hillcrest Jr High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Murray District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Hillcrest Jr High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
46.3% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Hillcrest Jr High in?
Hillcrest Jr High is part of Murray District, based in Murray, UT, which operates 12 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Hillcrest Jr High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Riverview Jr High (1.5 mi), Bonneville Jr High (2.1 mi), Eisenhower Jr High (3.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.