Cordley Elem vs Hillcrest Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cordley Elem
Lawrence · Public elementary · Grades K–5
348 students
Hillcrest Elem
Lawrence · Public elementary · Grades K–5
393 students
| Measure | Cordley Elem Lawrence, Kansas | Hillcrest Elem Lawrence, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #324 of 686 | #252 of 686 |
| National rank | #26271 of 50,301 | #23106 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 348 | 393 |
| Enrollment | 348 | 393 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.8% | 61.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| city | Lawrence | Lawrence |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hillcrest Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.9 vs 48.3).
- •Hillcrest Elem does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Hillcrest Elem does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Cordley Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.8% vs 61.8%).
- •Hillcrest Elem does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 12.0).
- •Hillcrest Elem is the larger school with 393 students compared with 348.
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 Cordley Elem better than Hillcrest Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Hillcrest Elem ranks higher (52.9 vs 48.3 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 Cordley Elem and Hillcrest Elem?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Lawrence and Lawrence in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cordley Elem: 348. Hillcrest Elem: 393. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cordley Elem and Hillcrest Elem rank in Kansas?
Cordley Elem is 324th of 686 and Hillcrest Elem is 252nd of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).