Hillcrest Elementary vs Pinnacle Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 44 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillcrest Elementary
Morganton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
254 students
Pinnacle Elementary School
Rutherfordton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
254 students
| Measure | Hillcrest Elementary Morganton, North Carolina | Pinnacle Elementary School Rutherfordton, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1064 of 1,457 | #488 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #43528 of 50,301 | #31022 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 254 | 254 |
| Enrollment | 254 | 254 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.6% | 96.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 52% |
| city | Morganton | Rutherfordton |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pinnacle Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.4 vs 22.1).
- •Pinnacle Elementary School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 32%).
- •Pinnacle Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 27%).
- •Pinnacle Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.5% vs 97.6%).
- •Hillcrest Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 16.9).
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 Elementary better than Pinnacle Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Pinnacle Elementary School ranks higher (41.4 vs 22.1 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 Hillcrest Elementary and Pinnacle Elementary School?
About 44 km in a straight line, between Morganton and Rutherfordton in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillcrest Elementary: 254. Pinnacle Elementary School: 254. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillcrest Elementary and Pinnacle Elementary School rank in North Carolina?
Hillcrest Elementary is 1064th of 1,457 and Pinnacle Elementary School is 488th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).