Butterfly Ridge Elementary vs Hillcrest Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 495 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Butterfly Ridge Elementary
Frederick · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
607 students
Hillcrest Elementary
Frederick · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
581 students
| Measure | Butterfly Ridge Elementary Frederick, Maryland | Hillcrest Elementary Frederick, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #663 of 879 | #664 of 879 |
| National rank | #41368 of 50,301 | #41387 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 607 | 581 |
| Enrollment | 607 | 581 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.4% | 91% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 10.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 21% |
| city | Frederick | Frederick |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (25.5 vs 25.5).
- •Hillcrest Elementary does better on math proficiency (21% vs 16%).
- •Hillcrest Elementary does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 23%).
- •Butterfly Ridge Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.4% vs 91%).
- •Hillcrest Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 12.9).
- •Butterfly Ridge Elementary is the larger school with 607 students compared with 581.
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 Butterfly Ridge Elementary better than Hillcrest Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Butterfly Ridge Elementary and Hillcrest Elementary?
About 495 m in a straight line, between Frederick and Frederick in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Butterfly Ridge Elementary: 607. Hillcrest Elementary: 581. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Butterfly Ridge Elementary and Hillcrest Elementary rank in Maryland?
Butterfly Ridge Elementary is 663rd of 879 and Hillcrest Elementary is 664th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).