Hillcrest Elementary vs Westowne Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 2.7 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
Westowne Elementary
Catonsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
635 students
| Measure | Hillcrest Elementary Baltimore, Maryland | Westowne Elementary Catonsville, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #135 of 879 | #530 of 879 |
| National rank | #9382 of 50,301 | #34487 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 678 | 635 |
| Enrollment | 678 | 635 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.8% | 56.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 26% |
| city | Baltimore | Catonsville |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hillcrest Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.8 vs 36.3).
- •Hillcrest Elementary does better on math proficiency (68% vs 26%).
- •Hillcrest Elementary does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 43%).
- •Hillcrest Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.8% vs 56.5%).
- •Westowne Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 17.8).
- •Hillcrest Elementary is the larger school with 678 students compared with 635.
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 Westowne Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hillcrest Elementary ranks higher (72.8 vs 36.3 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 Hillcrest Elementary and Westowne Elementary?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Baltimore and Catonsville in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillcrest Elementary: 678. Westowne Elementary: 635. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillcrest Elementary and Westowne Elementary rank in Maryland?
Hillcrest Elementary is 135th of 879 and Westowne Elementary is 530th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).