Cesar Chavez Elementary vs Ridgecrest Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 747 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cesar Chavez Elementary
Hyattsville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
355 students
Ridgecrest Elementary
Hyattsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
631 students
| Measure | Cesar Chavez Elementary Hyattsville, Maryland | Ridgecrest Elementary Hyattsville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #339 of 879 | #761 of 879 |
| National rank | #23814 of 50,301 | #45319 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 355 | 631 |
| Enrollment | 355 | 631 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.1% | 89.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 17% |
| city | Hyattsville | Hyattsville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cesar Chavez Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.9 vs 19.3).
- •Cesar Chavez Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 17%).
- •Cesar Chavez Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 22%).
- •Cesar Chavez Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.1% vs 89.5%).
- •Ridgecrest Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 13.7).
- •Ridgecrest Elementary is the larger school with 631 students compared with 355.
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 Cesar Chavez Elementary better than Ridgecrest Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Cesar Chavez Elementary ranks higher (51.9 vs 19.3 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 Cesar Chavez Elementary and Ridgecrest Elementary?
About 747 m in a straight line, between Hyattsville and Hyattsville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cesar Chavez Elementary: 355. Ridgecrest Elementary: 631. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cesar Chavez Elementary and Ridgecrest Elementary rank in Maryland?
Cesar Chavez Elementary is 339th of 879 and Ridgecrest Elementary is 761st of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).