Hillcrest Elementary vs R Howell Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Tennessee, United States, 212 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillcrest Elementary
Troy · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
587 students
R Howell Elementary
Columbia · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
587 students
| Measure | Hillcrest Elementary Troy, Tennessee | R Howell Elementary Columbia, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 6 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #253 of 913 | #853 of 913 |
| National rank | #27616 of 50,301 | #50156 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 587 | 587 |
| Enrollment | 587 | 587 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 13% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 20% |
| city | Troy | Columbia |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hillcrest Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.4 vs 5.7).
- •Hillcrest Elementary does better on math proficiency (49% vs 20%).
- •Hillcrest Elementary does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 13%).
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 R Howell Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hillcrest Elementary ranks higher (46.4 vs 5.7 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 Elementary and R Howell Elementary?
About 212 km in a straight line, between Troy and Columbia in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillcrest Elementary: 587. R Howell Elementary: 587. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillcrest Elementary and R Howell Elementary rank in Tennessee?
Hillcrest Elementary is 253rd of 913 and R Howell Elementary is 853rd of 913 among elementary schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).