Hillcrest Pds Magnet vs John D Spicer El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 146 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillcrest Pds Magnet
Waco · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
431 students
John D Spicer El
Haltom City · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
431 students
| Measure | Hillcrest Pds Magnet Waco, Texas | John D Spicer El Haltom City, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 50 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2760 of 4,686 | #1841 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #32120 of 50,301 | #25249 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 431 | 431 |
| Enrollment | 431 | 431 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.3% | 67.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 62% |
| city | Waco | Haltom City |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John D Spicer El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.9 vs 39.7).
- •John D Spicer El does better on math proficiency (62% vs 37%).
- •Hillcrest Pds Magnet does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 41%).
- •Hillcrest Pds Magnet does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.3% vs 67.7%).
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 Pds Magnet better than John D Spicer El?
On the Success Index (US), John D Spicer El ranks higher (49.9 vs 39.7 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 Pds Magnet and John D Spicer El?
About 146 km in a straight line, between Waco and Haltom City in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillcrest Pds Magnet: 431. John D Spicer El: 431. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillcrest Pds Magnet and John D Spicer El rank in Texas?
Hillcrest Pds Magnet is 2760th of 4,686 and John D Spicer El is 1841st of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).