Hamilton Elementary vs Nord Country
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 6.9 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
Nord Country
Chico · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
213 students
| Measure | Hamilton Elementary Hamilton City, California | Nord Country Chico, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #4740 of 5,693 | #1347 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #46652 of 50,301 | #18004 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 393 | 213 |
| Enrollment | 393 | 213 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.3% | 15% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 23.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 47% |
| city | Hamilton City | Chico |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nord Country scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.3 vs 16.9).
- •Nord Country does better on math proficiency (47% vs 15%).
- •Nord Country does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Nord Country does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15% vs 91.3%).
- •Hamilton Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.7 vs 23.7).
- •Hamilton Elementary is the larger school with 393 students compared with 213.
- •Hamilton Elementary is a public school while Nord Country is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Nord Country?
On the Success Index (US), Nord Country ranks higher (60.3 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 Nord Country?
About 6.9 km in a straight line, between Hamilton City and Chico in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hamilton Elementary: 393. Nord Country: 213. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hamilton Elementary and Nord Country rank in California?
Hamilton Elementary is 4740th of 5,693 and Nord Country is 1347th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).