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Hill School

2180 North Shore Drive, Wayzata, MN, 55391 -

School Notes Overview:

Hill School is a small, private K-8th grade school located in Wayzata, Minnesota. We offer a traditional, classical-based program using Core Knowledge curriculum, Responsive Classroom programming, Saxon Math and strong character and values development. We provide small class sizes (16 students max.) and ability-based learning where children receive the individual attention they need and are challenged to reach their optimal potential. Their academic performance speaks for itself. We provide a safe and nurturing environment where children feel supported and respected and truly love to learn. ...

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School Overview:

	Hill School
Religious Affiliation	Nonsectarian
Grades Offered	Grades Kindergarten - 8
Learning Differences Supported	Ability-based learning
Year Founded	1996
County	Hennepin County, MN
Student Body
Total Students	52 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(MN) School Avg.
% Students of Color	5%	10%
Students by Grade
	Kind - 5 students
	Grade 1 - 9 students
	Grade 2 - 5 students
	Grade 3 - 5 students
	Grade 4 - 5 students
	Grade 5 - 13 students
	Grade 6 - 3 students
	Grade 7 - 5 students
	Grade 8 - 2 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	5 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree	60%
Average Class Size	14
Classroom dress code	Casual
	This School	(MN) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	n/a	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	172 days	172 days
Hours in School Day for Students	7 hours	6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline	None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost	$7,800
% on Financial Aid	5%
Acceptance Rate	90%
Admissions Director	Lori Theisen
Admissions Associate	Mary Beth Buffington
Extracurricular
Total Extracurricular Organizations	3
	Extracurriculars
	Destination Imagination	Science Enrichment
	Yearbook

School Notes:

Academically-rich, classical Core Knowledge curriculum
A small school community with actively involved parents and a committed staff.
Small class sizes promote individual attention
Ability-based learning where children are placed by ability, not age. Children maximize their potential!
A safe and nurturing environment with strong emphasis on character and values development - very little peer pressure and great acceptance for the uniqueness found in every child.
Profile last updated: 08/11/2008

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School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (55391)	School Zip (55391)	(MN) State Average
Population (Approximate)	16,135 people	4,915,288 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	61%	25%
Population Average Age	43 years old	35 years old
Average Household size	2.5 persons	2.5 persons
Median Household Income	$87,648	$49,130
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	7.5 rooms	5.7 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	43 years old	43 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	85% / 15%	70% / 30%