Adlai E. Stevenson School vs Hilldale School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Adlai E. Stevenson School
Fairfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
312 students
Hilldale School
Pine Brook · Public elementary · Grades K–5
327 students
| Measure | Adlai E. Stevenson School Fairfield, New Jersey | Hilldale School Pine Brook, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 94 Top 5% | 94 Top 5% |
| State rank | #51 of 1,479 | #47 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #179 of 50,301 | #175 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 312 | 327 |
| Enrollment | 312 | 327 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 4.5% | 1.5% |
| Students per teacher | 8.9 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 77% |
| city | Fairfield | Pine Brook |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (94.0 vs 94.1).
- •Hilldale School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 77%).
- •Hilldale School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (1.5% vs 4.5%).
- •Adlai E. Stevenson School does better on students per teacher (8.9 vs 10.9).
- •Hilldale School is the larger school with 327 students compared with 312.
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 Adlai E. Stevenson School better than Hilldale School?
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 Adlai E. Stevenson School and Hilldale School?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Fairfield and Pine Brook in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adlai E. Stevenson School: 312. Hilldale School: 327. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adlai E. Stevenson School and Hilldale School rank in New Jersey?
Adlai E. Stevenson School is 51st of 1,479 and Hilldale School is 47th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).