Eugene M Nikkari Elementary vs Hillcrest Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 4.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eugene M Nikkari Elementary
Saint Louis · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
215 students
Hillcrest Elementary School
Alma · Public elementary · Grades 1–3
400 students
| Measure | Eugene M Nikkari Elementary Saint Louis, Michigan | Hillcrest Elementary School Alma, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1248 of 1,581 | #1098 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #41986 of 50,301 | #36978 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades 1–3 |
| Students | 215 | 400 |
| Enrollment | 215 | 400 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.1% | 77.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 37% |
| city | Saint Louis | Alma |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hillcrest Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.4 vs 24.5).
- •Hillcrest Elementary School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 18%).
- •Hillcrest Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 35%).
- •Eugene M Nikkari Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.1% vs 77.3%).
- •Eugene M Nikkari Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 17.4).
- •Hillcrest Elementary School is the larger school with 400 students compared with 215.
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 Eugene M Nikkari Elementary better than Hillcrest Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Hillcrest Elementary School ranks higher (32.4 vs 24.5 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 Eugene M Nikkari Elementary and Hillcrest Elementary School?
About 4.9 km in a straight line, between Saint Louis and Alma in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eugene M Nikkari Elementary: 215. Hillcrest Elementary School: 400. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eugene M Nikkari Elementary and Hillcrest Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Eugene M Nikkari Elementary is 1248th of 1,581 and Hillcrest Elementary School is 1098th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).