Hillside Elementary vs Jefferson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillside Elementary
San Leandro · Public elementary · Grades K–5
347 students
Jefferson Elementary
San Leandro · Public elementary · Grades K–5
551 students
| Measure | Hillside Elementary San Leandro, California | Jefferson Elementary San Leandro, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5574 of 5,693 | #4634 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49790 of 50,301 | #46172 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 347 | 551 |
| Enrollment | 347 | 551 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87% | 84.9% |
| Students per teacher | 24.8 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 27% |
| city | San Leandro | San Leandro |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.8 vs 8.6).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 12%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 20%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.9% vs 87%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.4 vs 24.8).
- •Jefferson Elementary is the larger school with 551 students compared with 347.
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 Jefferson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary ranks higher (17.8 vs 8.6 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 Hillside Elementary and Jefferson Elementary?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between San Leandro and San Leandro in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillside Elementary: 347. Jefferson Elementary: 551. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillside Elementary and Jefferson Elementary rank in California?
Hillside Elementary is 5574th of 5,693 and Jefferson Elementary is 4634th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).