Hillcrest El vs Wilson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillcrest El
Nederland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
717 students
Wilson Middle
Nederland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
678 students
| Measure | Hillcrest El Nederland, Texas | Wilson Middle Nederland, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1300 of 4,686 | #386 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #20128 of 50,301 | #4317 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 717 | 678 |
| Enrollment | 717 | 678 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.1% | 37.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 53% |
| city | Nederland | Nederland |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wilson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.4 vs 57.2).
- •Hillcrest El does better on math proficiency (57% vs 53%).
- •Hillcrest El does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 55%).
- •Wilson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.9% vs 62.1%).
- •Wilson Middle does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 15.6).
- •Hillcrest El is the larger school with 717 students compared with 678.
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 better than Wilson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Wilson Middle ranks higher (65.4 vs 57.2 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 and Wilson Middle?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Nederland and Nederland in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillcrest El: 717. Wilson Middle: 678. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillcrest El and Wilson Middle rank in Texas?
Hillcrest El is 1300th of 4,686 and Wilson Middle is 386th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).