Central Elementary School vs Hillcrest School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Jersey, United States, 38 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
East Hanover · Public elementary · Grades 2–5
439 students
Hillcrest School
Somerset · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
439 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School East Hanover, New Jersey | Hillcrest School Somerset, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #272 of 1,479 | #1137 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #1569 of 50,301 | #29669 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 2–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 439 | 439 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 439 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 1.8% | 60.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 9.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 39% |
| city | East Hanover | Somerset |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.2 vs 43.4).
- •Central Elementary School does better on math proficiency (68% vs 39%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 32%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (1.8% vs 60.6%).
- •Hillcrest School does better on students per teacher (9.3 vs 11.0).
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 Central Elementary School better than Hillcrest School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary School ranks higher (87.2 vs 43.4 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 Central Elementary School and Hillcrest School?
About 38 km in a straight line, between East Hanover and Somerset in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 439. Hillcrest School: 439. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Hillcrest School rank in New Jersey?
Central Elementary School is 272nd of 1,479 and Hillcrest School is 1137th of 1,479 among elementary schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).