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Hillcrest Elementary School

1500 FREDERICK RD, BALTIMORE, MD 21228

Top 25% School in Maryland

Ranked 30 of 143 in Maryland

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About Hillcrest Elementary School

Hillcrest Elementary School, which is part of Baltimore County Public Schools, is a public K–5 school that serves about 675 students. The student–teacher ratio is about 18:1. The school is located at 1500 Frederick Road, Catonsville, Maryland 21228. The student body is made up of about 49% minorities, including White, Asian, Hispanic, and Black students. Hillcrest does well in school, with about 50% of students doing well in math and about 64% doing well in reading and language arts, both of which are above the state averages for Maryland. The school is one of the best elementary schools in Maryland. It focuses on holistic growth through integrated instruction, character education, and community involvement, which helps students grow personally, socially, and academically.

Hillcrest Elementary School Contact Information

Address

1500 FREDERICK RD, BALTIMORE, MD 21228

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Phone

(410) 887-0820

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 50%
Reading 64%
State average proficiency is 50% in Math and 64% in Reading.
37
Full-time Teachers
18 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
675
Total Students
$85336
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 30 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Hillcrest Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:45am - 3:15pm

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 55.7%
Asian 17.6%
Hispanic 12%
Black 9.7%
Two+ Races 4.4%
Native Am. 1%
White
55.7%
Asian
17.6%
Hispanic
12%
Black
9.7%
Two+ Races
4.4%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 675
50.2%
339 Female
49.8%
336 Male

Student Population

675 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

346 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The Baltimore County Public Schools are thinking about changing the boundaries so that some students will move from Hillcrest Elementary to nearby schools starting in the 2026–27 school year. Families should go to the upcoming information sessions to learn more about how the proposed changes might affect Hillcrest's enrollment, transportation, and school community.

FAQ

Q1. What unique programs does Hillcrest Elementary have for smart kids?

Ans. Hillcrest Elementary has a Gifted and Talented (G/T) program that offers advanced learners extra math, reading, and critical thinking activities to keep them on their toes.

Q2. Does Hillcrest Elementary have any clubs or activities that kids can do after school?

Ans. Yes, the school has a lot of extracurricular activities, like an art club, a chess club, a choir, and STEM-based after-school programs that help kids be creative and solve problems.

Q3. Does Hillcrest Elementary help students who learn differently?

Ans. Yes, the school has special education services, individualized education plans (IEPs), and staff members who can help students with a wide range of learning needs.

Q4: How does Hillcrest Elementary School get parents involved in the school community?

The school has parent-teacher conferences, chances for parents to help out, PTA events, and regular newsletters to keep families involved in their children's learning.

Q5. Are there any programs at Hillcrest Elementary that help people stay healthy and well?

Ans. Hillcrest Elementary helps students stay healthy by offering counseling, physical education, nutrition programs, and mindfulness activities.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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