Alexander Hamilton vs Hillcrest School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alexander Hamilton
Morristown · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
251 students
Hillcrest School
Morristown · Public elementary · Grades K–2
251 students
| Measure | Alexander Hamilton Morristown, New Jersey | Hillcrest School Morristown, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #805 of 1,479 | #828 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #14767 of 50,301 | #15667 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 251 | 251 |
| Enrollment | 251 | 251 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.2% | 56.2% |
| Students per teacher | 8.4 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | – |
| Math proficiency | 56% | – |
| city | Morristown | Morristown |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alexander Hamilton scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.0 vs 63.7).
- •Hillcrest School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.2% vs 58.2%).
- •Alexander Hamilton does better on students per teacher (8.4 vs 11.4).
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 Alexander Hamilton better than Hillcrest School?
On the Success Index (US), Alexander Hamilton ranks higher (65.0 vs 63.7 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 Alexander Hamilton and Hillcrest School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Morristown and Morristown in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alexander Hamilton: 251. Hillcrest School: 251. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alexander Hamilton and Hillcrest School rank in New Jersey?
Alexander Hamilton is 805th of 1,479 and Hillcrest School is 828th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).