Academy of Talented Scholars (The) vs Hillside School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 245 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy of Talented Scholars (The)
Brooklyn · Public elementary · Grades K–5
383 students
Hillside School
Schenectady · Public elementary · Grades K–5
383 students
| Measure | Academy of Talented Scholars (The) Brooklyn, New York | Hillside School Schenectady, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #336 of 2,536 | #177 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #4341 of 50,301 | #1609 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 383 | 383 |
| Enrollment | 383 | 383 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70% | 25.3% |
| Students per teacher | 7.5 | 9.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 72% |
| city | Brooklyn | Schenectady |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hillside School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.1 vs 81.1).
- •Academy of Talented Scholars (The) does better on math proficiency (77% vs 72%).
- •Academy of Talented Scholars (The) does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 72%).
- •Hillside School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.3% vs 70%).
- •Academy of Talented Scholars (The) does better on students per teacher (7.5 vs 9.8).
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 Academy of Talented Scholars (The) better than Hillside School?
On the Success Index (US), Hillside School ranks higher (87.1 vs 81.1 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 Academy of Talented Scholars (The) and Hillside School?
About 245 km in a straight line, between Brooklyn and Schenectady in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy of Talented Scholars (The): 383. Hillside School: 383. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy of Talented Scholars (The) and Hillside School rank in New York?
Academy of Talented Scholars (The) is 336th of 2,536 and Hillside School is 177th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).