Hickman Elementary vs Mason Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hickman Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
457 students
Mason Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
538 students
| Measure | Hickman Elementary San Diego, California | Mason Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #690 of 5,693 | #1862 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #9720 of 50,301 | #24762 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 457 | 538 |
| Enrollment | 457 | 538 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.7% | 71% |
| Students per teacher | 26.9 | 24.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 73% | 57% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hickman Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.3 vs 50.6).
- •Hickman Elementary does better on math proficiency (73% vs 57%).
- •Hickman Elementary does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 60%).
- •Hickman Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.7% vs 71%).
- •Mason Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.5 vs 26.9).
- •Mason Elementary is the larger school with 538 students compared with 457.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Hickman Elementary better than Mason Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hickman Elementary ranks higher (72.3 vs 50.6 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 Hickman Elementary and Mason Elementary?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hickman Elementary: 457. Mason Elementary: 538. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hickman Elementary and Mason Elementary rank in California?
Hickman Elementary is 690th of 5,693 and Mason Elementary is 1862nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).