Harmony Science Acad (Waco) vs Hillcrest Pds Magnet
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harmony Science Acad (Waco)
Waco · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
569 students
Hillcrest Pds Magnet
Waco · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
431 students
| Measure | Harmony Science Acad (Waco) Waco, Texas | Hillcrest Pds Magnet Waco, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4361 of 4,686 | #2760 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #44160 of 50,301 | #32120 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 569 | 431 |
| Enrollment | 569 | 431 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87% | 63.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 37% |
| city | Waco | Waco |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hillcrest Pds Magnet scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.7 vs 21.1).
- •Hillcrest Pds Magnet does better on math proficiency (37% vs 24%).
- •Hillcrest Pds Magnet does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •Hillcrest Pds Magnet does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.3% vs 87%).
- •Harmony Science Acad (Waco) does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 14.9).
- •Harmony Science Acad (Waco) is the larger school with 569 students compared with 431.
- •Harmony Science Acad (Waco) is a charter school while Hillcrest Pds Magnet is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Harmony Science Acad (Waco) better than Hillcrest Pds Magnet?
On the Success Index (US), Hillcrest Pds Magnet ranks higher (39.7 vs 21.1 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 Harmony Science Acad (Waco) and Hillcrest Pds Magnet?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Waco and Waco in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harmony Science Acad (Waco): 569. Hillcrest Pds Magnet: 431. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harmony Science Acad (Waco) and Hillcrest Pds Magnet rank in Texas?
Harmony Science Acad (Waco) is 4361st of 4,686 and Hillcrest Pds Magnet is 2760th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).