Hamilton Elementary vs Hillcrest
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 212 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hamilton Elementary
Hamilton City · Public elementary · Grades K–8
393 students
Hillcrest
Oakland · Public elementary · Grades K–8
393 students
| Measure | Hamilton Elementary Hamilton City, California | Hillcrest Oakland, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 80 Top 25% |
| State rank | #4740 of 5,693 | #292 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #46652 of 50,301 | #5082 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 393 | 393 |
| Enrollment | 393 | 393 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.3% | 29.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 82% |
| city | Hamilton City | Oakland |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hillcrest scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.8 vs 16.9).
- •Hillcrest does better on math proficiency (82% vs 15%).
- •Hillcrest does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 37%).
- •Hillcrest does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.8% vs 91.3%).
- •Hamilton Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.7 vs 21.8).
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 Hamilton Elementary better than Hillcrest?
On the Success Index (US), Hillcrest ranks higher (79.8 vs 16.9 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 Hamilton Elementary and Hillcrest?
About 212 km in a straight line, between Hamilton City and Oakland in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hamilton Elementary: 393. Hillcrest: 393. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hamilton Elementary and Hillcrest rank in California?
Hamilton Elementary is 4740th of 5,693 and Hillcrest is 292nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).