Hillcrest Elem School vs Oak Park Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 182 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillcrest Elem School
East Moline · Public elementary · Grades K–4
353 students
Oak Park Elem School
Aurora · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
353 students
| Measure | Hillcrest Elem School East Moline, Illinois | Oak Park Elem School Aurora, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2151 of 2,303 | #1926 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #48100 of 50,301 | #45468 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 353 | 353 |
| Enrollment | 353 | 353 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.6% | 67.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 14% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 5% |
| city | East Moline | Aurora |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Oak Park Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.0 vs 14.0).
- •Hillcrest Elem School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 5%).
- •Hillcrest Elem School does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 14%).
- •Oak Park Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.4% vs 94.6%).
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 Elem School better than Oak Park Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Oak Park Elem School ranks higher (19.0 vs 14.0 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 Hillcrest Elem School and Oak Park Elem School?
About 182 km in a straight line, between East Moline and Aurora in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillcrest Elem School: 353. Oak Park Elem School: 353. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillcrest Elem School and Oak Park Elem School rank in Illinois?
Hillcrest Elem School is 2151st of 2,303 and Oak Park Elem School is 1926th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).