Hillcrest Elementary School vs J.r. Simplot Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Idaho, United States, 450 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillcrest Elementary School
American Falls · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
357 students
J.r. Simplot Elementary School
American Falls · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
350 students
| Measure | Hillcrest Elementary School American Falls, Idaho | J.r. Simplot Elementary School American Falls, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #204 of 352 | #320 of 352 |
| National rank | #26603 of 50,301 | #39747 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 357 | 350 |
| Enrollment | 357 | 350 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.8% | 72.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 29% |
| city | American Falls | American Falls |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hillcrest Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.8 vs 28.1).
- •Hillcrest Elementary School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 29%).
- •Hillcrest Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 40%).
- •Hillcrest Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.8% vs 72.3%).
- •Hillcrest Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 18.4).
- •Hillcrest Elementary School is the larger school with 357 students compared with 350.
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 Hillcrest Elementary School better than J.r. Simplot Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Hillcrest Elementary School ranks higher (47.8 vs 28.1 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 Hillcrest Elementary School and J.r. Simplot Elementary School?
About 450 m in a straight line, between American Falls and American Falls in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillcrest Elementary School: 357. J.r. Simplot Elementary School: 350. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillcrest Elementary School and J.r. Simplot Elementary School rank in Idaho?
Hillcrest Elementary School is 204th of 352 and J.r. Simplot Elementary School is 320th of 352 among elementary schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).