Hillcrest High vs McDonald County High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Missouri, United States, 121 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillcrest High
Springfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,065 students
McDonald County High
Anderson · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,075 students
| Measure | Hillcrest High Springfield, Missouri | McDonald County High Anderson, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #457 of 497 | #347 of 497 |
| National rank | #14345 of 16,910 | #10285 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,065 | 1,075 |
| Enrollment | 1,065 | 1,075 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61% | 65.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 33% |
| city | Springfield | Anderson |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McDonald County High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.7 vs 25.2).
- •McDonald County High does better on math proficiency (33% vs 9%).
- •McDonald County High does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 40%).
- •Hillcrest High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61% vs 65.5%).
- •McDonald County High does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 16.4).
- •McDonald County High is the larger school with 1,075 students compared with 1,065.
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 High better than McDonald County High?
On the Success Index (US), McDonald County High ranks higher (42.7 vs 25.2 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 High and McDonald County High?
About 121 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Anderson in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillcrest High: 1,065. McDonald County High: 1,075. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillcrest High and McDonald County High rank in Missouri?
Hillcrest High is 457th of 497 and McDonald County High is 347th of 497 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).