Hillcrest School vs Woodside School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New York, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillcrest School
Peekskill · Public elementary · Grades 2–5
520 students
Woodside School
Peekskill · Public elementary · Grades K–2
511 students
| Measure | Hillcrest School Peekskill, New York | Woodside School Peekskill, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1912 of 2,536 | #797 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #35640 of 50,301 | #13191 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 2–5 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 520 | 511 |
| Enrollment | 520 | 511 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.8% | 49.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | – |
| Math proficiency | 25% | – |
| city | Peekskill | Peekskill |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Woodside School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.4 vs 34.4).
- •Woodside School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.1% vs 54.8%).
- •Hillcrest School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 12.5).
- •Hillcrest School is the larger school with 520 students compared with 511.
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 School better than Woodside School?
On the Success Index (US), Woodside School ranks higher (67.4 vs 34.4 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 Hillcrest School and Woodside School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Peekskill and Peekskill in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillcrest School: 520. Woodside School: 511. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillcrest School and Woodside School rank in New York?
Hillcrest School is 1912th of 2,536 and Woodside School is 797th of 2,536 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).