Northern Elementary School vs Science Hill Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kentucky, United States, 5.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northern Elementary School
Somerset · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
352 students
Science Hill Elementary School
Science Hill · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
498 students
| Measure | Northern Elementary School Somerset, Kentucky | Science Hill Elementary School Science Hill, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #77 of 707 | #222 of 707 |
| National rank | #11262 of 50,301 | #18017 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 352 | 498 |
| Enrollment | 352 | 498 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.9% | 68.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 57% |
| city | Somerset | Science Hill |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northern Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.1 vs 60.3).
- •Northern Elementary School does better on math proficiency (69% vs 57%).
- •Science Hill Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 69%).
- •Northern Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.9% vs 68.3%).
- •Northern Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 16.1).
- •Science Hill Elementary School is the larger school with 498 students compared with 352.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Northern Elementary School better than Science Hill Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Northern Elementary School ranks higher (70.1 vs 60.3 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 Northern Elementary School and Science Hill Elementary School?
About 5.9 km in a straight line, between Somerset and Science Hill in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northern Elementary School: 352. Science Hill Elementary School: 498. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northern Elementary School and Science Hill Elementary School rank in Kentucky?
Northern Elementary School is 77th of 707 and Science Hill Elementary School is 222nd of 707 among elementary schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).