Hamilton Elementary vs Sylmar Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 681 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
Sylmar Elementary
Sylmar · Public elementary · Grades K–5
393 students
| Measure | Hamilton Elementary Hamilton City, California | Sylmar Elementary Sylmar, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4740 of 5,693 | #4702 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #46652 of 50,301 | #46503 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 393 | 393 |
| Enrollment | 393 | 393 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.3% | 96.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 18.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 24% |
| city | Hamilton City | Sylmar |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (16.9 vs 17.2).
- •Sylmar Elementary does better on math proficiency (24% vs 15%).
- •Hamilton Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 36%).
- •Hamilton Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.3% vs 96.2%).
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 Sylmar 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 Sylmar Elementary?
About 681 km in a straight line, between Hamilton City and Sylmar in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hamilton Elementary: 393. Sylmar Elementary: 393. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hamilton Elementary and Sylmar Elementary rank in California?
Hamilton Elementary is 4740th of 5,693 and Sylmar Elementary is 4702nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).