Hillcrest El Sch vs Upper Darby Kdg Ctr
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 724 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillcrest El Sch
Drexel Hill · Public elementary · Grades K–5
551 students
Upper Darby Kdg Ctr
Drexel Hill · Public elementary · Grades K–K
468 students
| Measure | Hillcrest El Sch Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania | Upper Darby Kdg Ctr Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1048 of 1,627 | #1612 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #26960 of 50,301 | #49544 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–K |
| Students | 551 | 468 |
| Enrollment | 551 | 468 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 102.7% | 129.1% |
| Students per teacher | 9.8 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | – |
| Math proficiency | 43% | – |
| city | Drexel Hill | Drexel Hill |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hillcrest El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.3 vs 9.7).
- •Hillcrest El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (102.7% vs 129.1%).
- •Hillcrest El Sch does better on students per teacher (9.8 vs 17.3).
- •Hillcrest El Sch is the larger school with 551 students compared with 468.
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 El Sch better than Upper Darby Kdg Ctr?
On the Success Index (US), Hillcrest El Sch ranks higher (47.3 vs 9.7 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 Hillcrest El Sch and Upper Darby Kdg Ctr?
About 724 m in a straight line, between Drexel Hill and Drexel Hill in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillcrest El Sch: 551. Upper Darby Kdg Ctr: 468. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillcrest El Sch and Upper Darby Kdg Ctr rank in Pennsylvania?
Hillcrest El Sch is 1048th of 1,627 and Upper Darby Kdg Ctr is 1612th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).