Fulton K-8 vs Hillside Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 536 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fulton K-8
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–8
310 students
Hillside Elementary
Madera · Public elementary · Grades K–8
310 students
| Measure | Fulton K-8 San Diego, California | Hillside Elementary Madera, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4885 of 5,693 | #2359 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47302 of 50,301 | #30294 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 310 | 310 |
| Enrollment | 310 | 310 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.3% | 31.3% |
| Students per teacher | 22.1 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 44.5% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 34.5% |
| city | San Diego | Madera |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hillside Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.5 vs 15.7).
- •Hillside Elementary does better on math proficiency (34.5% vs 26%).
- •Hillside Elementary does better on reading proficiency (44.5% vs 31%).
- •Hillside Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.3% vs 90.3%).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Fulton K-8 better than Hillside Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hillside Elementary ranks higher (42.5 vs 15.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Fulton K-8 and Hillside Elementary?
About 536 km in a straight line, between San Diego and Madera in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fulton K-8: 310. Hillside Elementary: 310. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fulton K-8 and Hillside Elementary rank in California?
Fulton K-8 is 4885th of 5,693 and Hillside Elementary is 2359th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).