J. E. Hester Elementary vs Wilson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 4.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J. E. Hester Elementary
Farmersville · Public elementary · Grades K–2
333 students
Wilson Middle
Exeter · Public middle · Grades 6–8
523 students
| Measure | J. E. Hester Elementary Farmersville, California | Wilson Middle Exeter, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4494 of 5,693 | #794 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #45454 of 50,301 | #12539 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 333 | 523 |
| Enrollment | 333 | 523 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.9% | 79.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 41% |
| Math proficiency | – | 29% |
| city | Farmersville | Exeter |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wilson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.8 vs 19.0).
- •Wilson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.9% vs 94.9%).
- •J. E. Hester Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 19.4).
- •Wilson Middle is the larger school with 523 students compared with 333.
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 J. E. Hester Elementary better than Wilson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Wilson Middle ranks higher (26.8 vs 19.0 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 J. E. Hester Elementary and Wilson Middle?
About 4.9 km in a straight line, between Farmersville and Exeter in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J. E. Hester Elementary: 333. Wilson Middle: 523. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J. E. Hester Elementary and Wilson Middle rank in California?
J. E. Hester Elementary is 4494th of 5,693 and Wilson Middle is 794th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).