| HILLCREST HIGH |  |
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| Principal: | Susan Malone | ||
| Assistant Principals: | Steve Bailey Rachelle Norton |
Kenneth Spurlock | |
| Address: | 7350 S. 900 East Midvale, UT 84047 |
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| Phone: | (801) 256-5400 | ||
| Fax: | (801) 256-5488 | ||
| Mascot: | Huskies | ||
| School Colors: | Green & White | ||
| Home Page: | http://www.hhs.jordan.k12.ut.us | ||
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Hillcrest High School
is located approximately 12 miles south of Salt Lake
City, in Jordan School District. The school's student
body is drawn from a population which is economically,
socially, and ethnically diverse. Hillcrest enjoys strong
community interest and support from former graduates
whose children are now attending our school and from
area newcomers who are also contributing to the school's
success.
Our goal at Hillcrest is to help students prepare academically
and socially for the future-a future where their ability
to adapt to changing life styles and their ability to
continue learning new skills will be vital. Our school
offers a full, well-rounded curriculum which will help
students prepare for job placement, for specialty or
technical careers, or for college entrance. Learning
opportunities are also extended through arts, sciences,
languages, social studies, physical education, health,
and high-tech courses. Social development is fostered
through a full range of extracurricular activities,
including forensics, drama, athletics, music, student
clubs, etc.
- With an enrollment
of over 1,766 students, Hillcrest has one of the largest
public school student bodies in Utah.
- The school, which opened in 1962, has clean lines
and modern architecture. The school is situated on a
38-acre campus.
- School is in session for 180 days a year on a
traditional 9-month calendar with seven class periods
per day.
- The teacher/pupil ratio is 1 to 26.50, but actual
class sizes vary according to the program.
- Our faculty is well qualified. Many hold advanced
degrees and affiliate with local, state, and national
professional organizations..
- All teachers and administrators are formally
evaluated on a regular basis.
- Teachers work cooperatively in teams or departments
to meet the individual needs of students.
- Hillcrest students are required to pass competency
tests in basic skills and also meet all District and
state attendance and credit requirements in order to
graduate.
- The curriculum is demanding and designed to meet
the needs of students at various ability levels. Class
levels range from remedial to honors and advanced placement
in all area.
- Technology training is available to students
in all grades.
- Special services are available to students with
learning disabilities and physical handicaps.
- Support is provided for students who do not speak
English at home.
- Dress, attendance and discipline standards are
vigorously maintained.
- Counselors are available to help students and
parents who have problems or questions related to school.
- Bus service is provided for students who live
two miles or more from school.
- A hot, nutritious lunch program is provided at
a cost to students of $1.75 per lunch.
- An active School Community Group provides input
to the administration, assists in solving problems,
and makes recommendations on school issues.
- The Hillcrest High Booster Club is an active
fundraising organization helping to meet the growing
needs of our school.
- Visitors and community volunteers are always
welcome at school and should check in at the main office
upon arriving.
- Hillcrest is considered one of the top high schools
in Utah in academic, activity, and athletic achievement.
- The tradition of excellence established at Hillcrest
High will continue in years to come.
American College
Test (ACT)
The ACT includes testing in the areas of Math, Science,
Reading and English. Scale scores range from 1 (low)
to 36 (high) for each of the four tests and for the
Composite. The Composite score is the average of the
four test scores, rounded to the nearest whole number.
Year |
School
Composite |
District
Composite |
Utah
Composite |
National
Composite |
2006-2007 |
22.3 |
22.0 |
21.7 |
21.2 |
2005-2006 |
22.5 |
22.0 |
21.7 |
21.1 |
2004-2005 |
22.7 |
22.0
|
21.5 |
20.9 |
2003-2004 |
21.9 |
22.0 |
21.5 |
20.9 |
2002-2003 |
22.0 |
21.8 |
21.3 |
20.8 |
2001-2002 |
21.6 |
21.8 |
21.4 |
20.8 |
2000-2001 |
22.8 |
21.8 |
21.4 |
21.0 |
Advanced
Placement Test (AP)
Advanced Placement classes are college-level classes
offered at the high school campus. Advanced Placement
is a national program administered by the College
Board. Many colleges and universities around the nation
award credit based on scores from the AP Exams.
Year |
School
% Passing |
District
% Passing |
State
% Passing |
Nation
% Passing |
2006-2007 |
70.6 |
67.5 |
65.9 |
59.3 |
2005-2006 |
70.9 |
69.6 |
65.5 |
59.6 |
2004-2005 |
68.3 |
70.9 |
65.5 |
59.6 |
2003-2004 |
76 |
75.2 |
68.1 |
61.6 |
2002-2003 |
73 |
70.8 |
67.2 |
61.7 |
2001-2002 |
64 |
70.0 |
69.0 |
63.0 |
2000-2001 |
67 |
70.3 |
66.1 |
61.6 |
U-PASS REPORTS