Hamilton Elementary vs Joel J. Hidahl Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 258 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
Joel J. Hidahl Elementary
Ceres · Public elementary · Grades K–6
393 students
| Measure | Hamilton Elementary Hamilton City, California | Joel J. Hidahl Elementary Ceres, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4740 of 5,693 | #4690 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #46652 of 50,301 | #46434 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 393 | 393 |
| Enrollment | 393 | 393 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.3% | 86% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 24.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 25% |
| city | Hamilton City | Ceres |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (16.9 vs 17.3).
- •Joel J. Hidahl Elementary does better on math proficiency (25% vs 15%).
- •Hamilton Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 33%).
- •Joel J. Hidahl Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86% vs 91.3%).
- •Hamilton Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.7 vs 24.6).
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 Joel J. Hidahl Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Hamilton Elementary and Joel J. Hidahl Elementary?
About 258 km in a straight line, between Hamilton City and Ceres in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hamilton Elementary: 393. Joel J. Hidahl Elementary: 393. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hamilton Elementary and Joel J. Hidahl Elementary rank in California?
Hamilton Elementary is 4740th of 5,693 and Joel J. Hidahl Elementary is 4690th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).