Hillcrest Elementary vs Westchester Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillcrest Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
678 students
Westchester Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
662 students
| Measure | Hillcrest Elementary Baltimore, Maryland | Westchester Elementary Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #135 of 879 | #113 of 879 |
| National rank | #9382 of 50,301 | #8485 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 678 | 662 |
| Enrollment | 678 | 662 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.8% | 26.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 65% |
| city | Baltimore | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Westchester Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.2 vs 72.8).
- •Hillcrest Elementary does better on math proficiency (68% vs 65%).
- •Hillcrest Elementary does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 66%).
- •Westchester Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.6% vs 33.8%).
- •Westchester Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 17.8).
- •Hillcrest Elementary is the larger school with 678 students compared with 662.
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 Hillcrest Elementary better than Westchester Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Westchester Elementary ranks higher (74.2 vs 72.8 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 Hillcrest Elementary and Westchester Elementary?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillcrest Elementary: 678. Westchester Elementary: 662. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillcrest Elementary and Westchester Elementary rank in Maryland?
Hillcrest Elementary is 135th of 879 and Westchester Elementary is 113th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).