Hillcrest High vs Watkins Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 1.6 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
Watkins Elem.
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
252 students
| Measure | Hillcrest High Springfield, Missouri | Watkins Elem. Springfield, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #457 of 497 | #990 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #14345 of 16,910 | #42030 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,065 | 252 |
| Enrollment | 1,065 | 252 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61% | 78.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 22% |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (25.2 vs 24.5).
- •Watkins Elem. does better on math proficiency (22% vs 9%).
- •Hillcrest High does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 27%).
- •Hillcrest High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61% vs 78.2%).
- •Watkins Elem. does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 16.4).
- •Hillcrest High is the larger school with 1,065 students compared with 252.
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 Watkins Elem.?
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 Hillcrest High and Watkins Elem.?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillcrest High: 1,065. Watkins Elem.: 252. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillcrest High and Watkins Elem. rank in Missouri?
Hillcrest High is 457th of 497 and Watkins Elem. is 990th of 1,159 among high schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).