Hillcrest High vs Reed Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 2.7 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
Reed Middle
Springfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
561 students
| Measure | Hillcrest High Springfield, Missouri | Reed Middle Springfield, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #457 of 497 | #279 of 392 |
| National rank | #14345 of 16,910 | #10073 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,065 | 561 |
| Enrollment | 1,065 | 561 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61% | 73.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 30% |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Reed Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.9 vs 25.2).
- •Reed Middle does better on math proficiency (30% vs 9%).
- •Reed Middle does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 40%).
- •Hillcrest High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61% vs 73.6%).
- •Reed Middle does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 16.4).
- •Hillcrest High is the larger school with 1,065 students compared with 561.
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 Reed Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Reed Middle ranks higher (38.9 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 Reed Middle?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillcrest High: 1,065. Reed Middle: 561. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillcrest High and Reed Middle rank in Missouri?
Hillcrest High is 457th of 497 and Reed Middle is 279th of 392 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).