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Quest Elementary School

Summary:

Quest Elementary School is a public elementary school located in Hilton, New York, serving grades PK-6 with a total enrollment of 457 students. It is part of the Hilton Central School District, which is ranked 451 out of 865 school districts in New York and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Quest Elementary School consistently ranks in the top half of New York elementary schools, typically around the 900-1100 range out of over 2,400 schools. In the 2023-2024 school year, the school ranked 1051 out of 2,445 New York elementary schools, with a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's performance on state assessments is generally above the Hilton Central School District and New York state averages, particularly in math. For example, in 2023-2024, 74.07% of 4th-grade students at Quest Elementary School were proficient or better in math, compared to 48.15% for the district and 58.03% for the state. However, the school's performance for White students and students with special needs is lower, ranking in the bottom half of New York elementary schools.

When compared to the other elementary schools in the Hilton Central School District, Northwood Elementary School and Village Elementary School, Quest Elementary School generally outperforms them on academic measures, particularly in math. This could indicate that Quest Elementary School is utilizing more effective instructional strategies or has a stronger focus on math education. Additionally, the school has a relatively low student-teacher ratio, ranging from 10.7 to 12 students per teacher over the past few years, which is lower than the nearby Northwood and Village Elementary Schools.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-6

 225 West Ave
       Hilton, NY  14468-1283

(585) 392-1000

District: Hilton Central School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
1051st of 2,445 New York Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $10,105 Help


Students who attend Quest Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Merton Williams Middle School
High:    Hilton High School

Student/teacher ratio:  12.0 Help
Number of students:  457

Racial breakdown:

White:
86.4%
Hispanic:
6.6%
Two or more races:
3.3%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  20.8% Help


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Compare Details Quest Elementary School ranks better than 57% of elementary schools in New York. It also ranks 2nd among 3 ranked elementary schools in the Hilton Central School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 54.08. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Quest Elementary School has the smallest elementary school student body size in the Hilton Central School District. Racial makeup is: White (86.4%), Hispanic (6.6%), two or more races (3.3%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 20.8% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Quest Elementary School is 12, which is the highest among 3 elementary schools in the Hilton Central School District! (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Quest Elementary School is $10,105, which is the lowest among 3 elementary schools in the Hilton Central School District!
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Quest Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Quest Elementary School 1051st of 2445 New York public elementary schools. (See Quest Elementary School in the ranking list.)

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Hilton Central School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Hilton Central School District 451st of 865 New York school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Quest Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Quest Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 68.64 794th 2206 64.0%
2007 70.63 722nd 2219 67.5%
2008 72.66 625th 2227 71.9%
2009 76.65 417th 2257 81.5%
2010 58.76 1063rd 2263 53.0%
2011 61.99 951st 2286 58.4%
2012 63.20 926th 2320 60.1%
2013 58.45 894th 2325 61.5%
2014 63.47 810th 2345 65.5%
2015 62.71 830th 2352 64.7%
2016 67.34 711th 2366 69.9%
2017 60.75 900th 2386 62.3%
2018 61.25 911th 2395 62.0%
2019 65.47 774th 2413 67.9%
2021 54.34 974th 2201 55.7%
2022 54.96 1044th 2434 57.1%
2023 59.79 929th 2439 61.9%
2024 54.08 1051st 2445 57.0%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Quest Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 57.98 564th 1941 70.9%
2019 73.42 246th 1859 86.8%
2021 45.78 491st 1044 53.0%
2022 22.56 1846th 2031 9.1%
2023 36.36 1212th 2016 39.9%
2024 35.89 1297th 2110 38.5%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Quest Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 57.96 701st 2045 65.7%
2019 56.86 710th 2032 65.1%
2021 41.29 1004th 1678 40.2%
2022 39.68 1226th 2099 41.6%
2023 27.84 1554th 2041 23.9%
2024 39.76 1202nd 2078 42.2%
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Rank History for Female students at Quest Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 59.97 946th 2338 59.5%
2019 68.58 692nd 2357 70.6%
2021 55.18 855th 1955 56.3%
2022 58.99 930th 2401 61.3%
2023 61.06 869th 2403 63.8%
2024 50.19 1138th 2413 52.8%
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Rank History for Male students at Quest Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 61.82 849th 2340 63.7%
2019 61.58 839th 2358 64.4%
2021 49.35 975th 1961 50.3%
2022 51.20 1125th 2400 53.1%
2023 57.32 960th 2400 60.0%
2024 56.72 970th 2411 59.8%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Quest Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 74.62 249th 1392 82.1%
2022 44.52 792nd 1503 47.3%
2023 53.34 585th 1429 59.1%
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Rank History for White students at Quest Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NY State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 51.98 711th 1408 49.5%
2019 44.55 761st 1338 43.1%
2021 40.07 781st 1224 36.2%
2022 43.21 828th 1399 40.8%
2023 45.07 769th 1337 42.5%
2024 38.36 881st 1392 36.7%
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Data source: test scores: NY State Education Department, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Quest Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1993 650 3 3 3 1 n/a n/a 0 660
1994 684 7 5 2 0 n/a n/a 0 698
1995 585 11 3 1 1 n/a n/a 0 601
1996 585 11 3 1 1 n/a n/a 0 601
1997 586 8 7 4 0 n/a n/a 0 605
1998 566 14 4 2 0 n/a n/a 0 586
1999 397 3 7 1 1 n/a n/a 0 409
2000 403 7 6 2 1 n/a n/a 0 419
2001 389 10 8 3 0 n/a n/a 0 410
2002 365 7 6 5 0 n/a n/a 0 383
2003 365 7 6 5 0 n/a n/a 0 383
2004 353 5 4 2 0 n/a n/a 0 364
2005 352 3 5 5 0 n/a n/a 0 365
2006 371 6 6 3 1 n/a n/a 0 387
2007 384 5 9 6 3 n/a n/a 0 407
2008 389 7 7 7 2 n/a n/a 2 414
2009 380 9 5 11 2 n/a n/a 8 415
2010 404 6 5 19 1 n/a n/a 10 445
2011 393 7 5 20 2 0 14 0 441
2012 404 6 4 20 2 0 18 0 454
2013 416 3 3 22 1 0 24 0 469
2014 407 3 2 26 1 0 24 0 463
2015 394 2 4 25 2 0 27 0 454
2016 393 2 5 25 2 0 24 0 451
2017 392 2 5 27 2 0 20 0 448
2018 384 6 5 28 2 0 18 0 443
2019 398 5 6 24 2 0 16 0 451
2020 390 9 7 27 3 0 14 0 450
2021 359 11 5 18 2 0 11 0 406
2022 387 11 7 28 1 0 10 0 444
2023 395 11 5 30 1 0 15 0 457

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Quest Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1993 660 24.0 27.5 n/a
1994 698 28.0 24.9 3.9
1995 601 30.5 19.7 4.8
1996 601 30.5 19.7 4.8
1997 605 29.8 20.3 6.1
1998 586 30.1 19.5 5.6
1999 409 31.0 13.2 7.3
2000 419 30.6 13.7 8.4
2001 410 33.0 12.4 12.2
2002 383 30.5 12.6 11.7
2003 383 30.5 12.6 11.7
2004 364 n/a n/a n/a
2005 365 30.6 11.9 14.5
2006 387 31.0 12.5 38
2007 407 32.0 12.7 15
2008 414 36.0 11.5 16.3
2009 415 32.0 13.0 17.4
2010 445 34.0 13.0 16.8
2011 441 35.1 12.5 24.7
2012 454 33.5 13.5 17
2013 469 34.2 13.6 19.2
2014 463 32.0 14.4 14.9
2015 454 32.0 14.1 19.6
2016 451 37.0 12.1 18.8
2017 448 33.4 13.3 25
2018 443 34.5 12.8 25.5
2019 451 34.2 13.1 23.5
2020 450 39.5 11.3 22.9
2021 406 37.8 10.7 21.4
2022 444 39.4 11.2 18.2
2023 457 38.0 12.0 20.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Quest Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1993 660 24.0 27.5 n/a
1994 698 28.0 24.9 3.9
1995 601 30.5 19.7 4.8
1996 601 30.5 19.7 4.8
1997 605 29.8 20.3 6.1
1998 586 30.1 19.5 5.6
1999 409 31.0 13.2 7.3
2000 419 30.6 13.7 8.4
2001 410 33.0 12.4 12.2
2002 383 30.5 12.6 11.7
2003 383 30.5 12.6 11.7
2004 364 n/a n/a n/a
2005 365 30.6 11.9 14.5
2006 387 31.0 12.5 38
2007 407 32.0 12.7 15
2008 414 36.0 11.5 16.3
2009 415 32.0 13.0 17.4
2010 445 34.0 13.0 16.8
2011 441 35.1 12.5 24.7
2012 454 33.5 13.5 17
2013 469 34.2 13.6 19.2
2014 463 32.0 14.4 14.9
2015 454 32.0 14.1 19.6
2016 451 37.0 12.1 18.8
2017 448 33.4 13.3 25
2018 443 34.5 12.8 25.5
2019 451 34.2 13.1 23.5
2020 450 39.5 11.3 22.9
2021 406 37.8 10.7 21.4
2022 444 39.4 11.2 18.2
2023 457 38.0 12.0 20.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Immunization Rates

Quest Elementary School

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionPolioMeaslesMumpsRubellaDiphtheriaHepatitis BVaricella
201398.9%0.7%0.0%99.3%99.3%99.3%99.3%99.3%98.9%99.3%
201499.1%0.9%0.0%99.1%99.1%99.1%99.1%99.1%99.1%99.1%
201598.6%1.4%0.0%98.6%98.6%98.6%98.6%98.6%98.6%98.6%
201698.1%1.9%0.0%98.1%98.1%98.1%98.1%98.1%98.1%98.1%
201798.6%1.2%0.0%98.6%98.8%98.8%98.8%98.6%98.6%98.8%
201898.3%1.7%0.0%98.6%98.6%98.6%98.6%98.6%98.6%98.6%
201998.3%0.0%0.0%98.3%98.3%98.3%98.3%98.3%98.3%98.3%
202098.8%0.0%99.3%99.8%99.8%99.8%99.3%99.0%99.5%

Data source: New York State Department of Health
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Quest Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $615 (5.4%) $10,803 (94.6%) $11,418
2020 $477 (4.2%) $11,014 (95.8%) $11,491
2021 $583 (4.5%) $12,408 (95.5%) $12,991
2022 $21 (0.2%) $11,031 (99.8%) $11,052
2023 $00 (0.0%) $10,105 (100.0%) $10,105

Data source: New York Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Quest Elementary School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 774th of 2413 Elementary schoolsRanks 929th of 2439 Elementary schools
 6%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Quest Elementary School)5750
 7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Hilton Central School District)5842.4
 15.6%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (New York)5244.9
 7.1%
3rd Grade Math (Quest Elementary School)6262.3
 0.3%
   3rd Grade Math (Hilton Central School District)5959.6
 0.6%
   3rd Grade Math (New York)5453.7
 0.3%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Quest Elementary School)5841.1
 16.9%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Hilton Central School District)4438.8
 5.2%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (New York)4848.8
 0.8%
4th Grade Math (Quest Elementary School)5458.9
 4.9%
   4th Grade Math (Hilton Central School District)4450.7
 6.7%
   4th Grade Math (New York)5053.9
 3.8%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Quest Elementary School)3946.3
 7.3%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Hilton Central School District)3645.7
 9.7%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (New York)3845.1
 7.1%
5th Grade Math (Quest Elementary School)5759.3
 2.3%
   5th Grade Math (Hilton Central School District)5355.7
 2.7%
   5th Grade Math (New York)4649.7
 3.7%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Quest Elementary School)5853.9
 4.2%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Hilton Central School District)5654.4
 1.7%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (New York)4745.8
 1.2%
6th Grade Math (Quest Elementary School)6258.8
 3.2%
   6th Grade Math (Hilton Central School District)6170
 9%
   6th Grade Math (New York)4748.1
 1.1%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students451457
 1.3%
African American511
 120%
American Indian21
 50%
Asian65
 16.7%
Hispanic2430
 25%
Pacific Islander00
White398395
 0.8%
Two or More Races1615
 6.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients23.5%20.8%
 2.7%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Quest Elementary School

Students at Quest Elementary School are 86% White, 7% Hispanic, 3% Two or more races, 2% African American, 1% Asian.

Students who attend Quest Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Merton Williams Middle School
High : Hilton High School

Quest Elementary School ranks 1051st of 2445 New York elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

In the 2022-23 school year, 457 students attended Quest Elementary School.


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