Bowerman Elem. vs Hillcrest High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bowerman Elem.
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
275 students
Hillcrest High
Springfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,065 students
| Measure | Bowerman Elem. Springfield, Missouri | Hillcrest High Springfield, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1000 of 1,159 | #457 of 497 |
| National rank | #42550 of 50,301 | #14345 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 275 | 1,065 |
| Enrollment | 275 | 1,065 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.7% | 61% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 9% |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hillcrest High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.2 vs 23.6).
- •Bowerman Elem. does better on math proficiency (12% vs 9%).
- •Hillcrest High does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 32%).
- •Hillcrest High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61% vs 88.7%).
- •Bowerman Elem. does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 16.4).
- •Hillcrest High is the larger school with 1,065 students compared with 275.
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 Bowerman Elem. better than Hillcrest High?
On the Success Index (US), Hillcrest High ranks higher (25.2 vs 23.6 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 Bowerman Elem. and Hillcrest High?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bowerman Elem.: 275. Hillcrest High: 1,065. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bowerman Elem. and Hillcrest High rank in Missouri?
Bowerman Elem. is 1000th of 1,159 and Hillcrest High is 457th of 497 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).