Armstrong Elementary vs Hillside Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 825 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Armstrong Elementary
Cottage Grove · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
325 students
Hillside Elementary
Cottage Grove · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
417 students
| Measure | Armstrong Elementary Cottage Grove, Minnesota | Hillside Elementary Cottage Grove, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #224 of 923 | #217 of 923 |
| National rank | #6615 of 50,301 | #6529 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 325 | 417 |
| Enrollment | 325 | 417 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.2% | 31.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 62% |
| city | Cottage Grove | Cottage Grove |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (77.1 vs 77.3).
- •Armstrong Elementary does better on math proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •Hillside Elementary does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 62%).
- •Hillside Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.7% vs 37.2%).
- •Hillside Elementary is the larger school with 417 students compared with 325.
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 Armstrong Elementary better than Hillside 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 Armstrong Elementary and Hillside Elementary?
About 825 m in a straight line, between Cottage Grove and Cottage Grove in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Armstrong Elementary: 325. Hillside Elementary: 417. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Armstrong Elementary and Hillside Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Armstrong Elementary is 224th of 923 and Hillside Elementary is 217th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).