Hill Creek Elementary vs Ynez Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 173 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hill Creek Elementary
Santee · Public elementary · Grades K–8
695 students
Ynez Elementary
Monterey Park · Public elementary · Grades K–8
695 students
| Measure | Hill Creek Elementary Santee, California | Ynez Elementary Monterey Park, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #3110 of 5,693 | #1552 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #36911 of 50,301 | #20494 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 695 | 695 |
| Enrollment | 695 | 695 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.3% | 63.7% |
| Students per teacher | 24.0 | 21.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 60% |
| city | Santee | Monterey Park |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ynez Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.7 vs 32.5).
- •Ynez Elementary does better on math proficiency (60% vs 33%).
- •Ynez Elementary does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 36%).
- •Hill Creek Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.3% vs 63.7%).
- •Ynez Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.7 vs 24.0).
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 Hill Creek Elementary better than Ynez Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ynez Elementary ranks higher (56.7 vs 32.5 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 Hill Creek Elementary and Ynez Elementary?
About 173 km in a straight line, between Santee and Monterey Park in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hill Creek Elementary: 695. Ynez Elementary: 695. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hill Creek Elementary and Ynez Elementary rank in California?
Hill Creek Elementary is 3110th of 5,693 and Ynez Elementary is 1552nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).