Hilmar Elementary vs Merquin Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 7.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hilmar Elementary
Hilmar · Public elementary · Grades K–2
467 students
Merquin Elementary
Stevinson · Public elementary · Grades K–5
126 students
| Measure | Hilmar Elementary Hilmar, California | Merquin Elementary Stevinson, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2378 of 5,693 | #4534 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #30491 of 50,301 | #45670 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 467 | 126 |
| Enrollment | 467 | 126 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.4% | 74.6% |
| Students per teacher | 20.3 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 24.5% |
| Math proficiency | – | 15% |
| city | Hilmar | Stevinson |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hilmar Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.2 vs 18.7).
- •Hilmar Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.4% vs 74.6%).
- •Merquin Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 20.3).
- •Hilmar Elementary is the larger school with 467 students compared with 126.
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 Hilmar Elementary better than Merquin Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hilmar Elementary ranks higher (42.2 vs 18.7 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 Hilmar Elementary and Merquin Elementary?
About 7.7 km in a straight line, between Hilmar and Stevinson in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hilmar Elementary: 467. Merquin Elementary: 126. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hilmar Elementary and Merquin Elementary rank in California?
Hilmar Elementary is 2378th of 5,693 and Merquin Elementary is 4534th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).