Hillside Elem School vs Jefferson Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillside Elem School
Hillside · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
440 students
Jefferson Primary School
Bellwood · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
380 students
| Measure | Hillside Elem School Hillside, Illinois | Jefferson Primary School Bellwood, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1208 of 2,303 | #744 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #34103 of 50,301 | #23407 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 440 | 380 |
| Enrollment | 440 | 380 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.9% | 75.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | – |
| Math proficiency | 17% | – |
| city | Hillside | Bellwood |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.5 vs 36.8).
- •Hillside Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.9% vs 75.3%).
- •Jefferson Primary School does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 11.6).
- •Hillside Elem School is the larger school with 440 students compared with 380.
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 Elem School better than Jefferson Primary School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Primary School ranks higher (52.5 vs 36.8 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 Elem School and Jefferson Primary School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Hillside and Bellwood in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillside Elem School: 440. Jefferson Primary School: 380. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillside Elem School and Jefferson Primary School rank in Illinois?
Hillside Elem School is 1208th of 2,303 and Jefferson Primary School is 744th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).