George Washington Elementary vs Hamilton Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Washington Elementary
Hanford · Public elementary · Grades K–6
460 students
Hamilton Elementary
Hanford · Public elementary · Grades K–6
418 students
| Measure | George Washington Elementary Hanford, California | Hamilton Elementary Hanford, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3862 of 5,693 | #3983 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #42121 of 50,301 | #42751 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 460 | 418 |
| Enrollment | 460 | 418 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80% | 86.8% |
| Students per teacher | 23.0 | 23.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 31% |
| city | Hanford | Hanford |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George Washington Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.3 vs 23.3).
- •Hamilton Elementary does better on math proficiency (31% vs 28%).
- •George Washington Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80% vs 86.8%).
- •George Washington Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.0 vs 23.2).
- •George Washington Elementary is the larger school with 460 students compared with 418.
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 George Washington Elementary better than Hamilton Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), George Washington Elementary ranks higher (24.3 vs 23.3 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 George Washington Elementary and Hamilton Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Hanford and Hanford in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Washington Elementary: 460. Hamilton Elementary: 418. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Washington Elementary and Hamilton Elementary rank in California?
George Washington Elementary is 3862nd of 5,693 and Hamilton Elementary is 3983rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).