Hillside Elementary vs Parkside Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillside Elementary
San Bernardino · Public elementary · Grades K–6
586 students
Parkside Elementary
San Bernardino · Public elementary · Grades K–6
485 students
| Measure | Hillside Elementary San Bernardino, California | Parkside Elementary San Bernardino, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1418 of 5,693 | #5153 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #18849 of 50,301 | #48305 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 586 | 485 |
| Enrollment | 586 | 485 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.3% | 88.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 19% |
| city | San Bernardino | San Bernardino |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hillside Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.0 vs 13.5).
- •Hillside Elementary does better on math proficiency (68% vs 19%).
- •Hillside Elementary does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 28%).
- •Parkside Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.7% vs 90.3%).
- •Parkside Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.1 vs 21.7).
- •Hillside Elementary is the larger school with 586 students compared with 485.
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 Hillside Elementary better than Parkside Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hillside Elementary ranks higher (59.0 vs 13.5 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 Hillside Elementary and Parkside Elementary?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between San Bernardino and San Bernardino in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillside Elementary: 586. Parkside Elementary: 485. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillside Elementary and Parkside Elementary rank in California?
Hillside Elementary is 1418th of 5,693 and Parkside Elementary is 5153rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).