Gretchen Higgins Elementary vs Hardy Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 764 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gretchen Higgins Elementary
Dixon · Public elementary · Grades K–5
353 students
Hardy Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
353 students
| Measure | Gretchen Higgins Elementary Dixon, California | Hardy Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #3624 of 5,693 | #1072 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #40709 of 50,301 | #14329 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 353 | 353 |
| Enrollment | 353 | 353 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.9% | 54.4% |
| Students per teacher | 27.2 | 27.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 72% |
| city | Dixon | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hardy Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.7 vs 26.5).
- •Hardy Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 37%).
- •Hardy Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 37%).
- •Hardy Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.4% vs 75.9%).
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 Gretchen Higgins Elementary better than Hardy Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hardy Elementary ranks higher (65.7 vs 26.5 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 Gretchen Higgins Elementary and Hardy Elementary?
About 764 km in a straight line, between Dixon and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gretchen Higgins Elementary: 353. Hardy Elementary: 353. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gretchen Higgins Elementary and Hardy Elementary rank in California?
Gretchen Higgins Elementary is 3624th of 5,693 and Hardy Elementary is 1072nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).