Hillcrest Pds Magnet vs Waco H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 952 m 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
Waco H S
Waco · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,885 students
| Measure | Hillcrest Pds Magnet Waco, Texas | Waco H S Waco, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2760 of 4,686 | #1106 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #32120 of 50,301 | #11656 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 431 | 1,885 |
| Enrollment | 431 | 1,885 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.3% | 83.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 49% |
| city | Waco | Waco |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hillcrest Pds Magnet scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.7 vs 37.3).
- •Waco H S does better on math proficiency (49% vs 37%).
- •Hillcrest Pds Magnet does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 28%).
- •Hillcrest Pds Magnet does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.3% vs 83.7%).
- •Waco H S does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 14.9).
- •Waco H S is the larger school with 1,885 students compared with 431.
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 Waco H S?
On the Success Index (US), Hillcrest Pds Magnet ranks higher (39.7 vs 37.3 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 Waco H S?
About 952 m in a straight line, between Waco and Waco in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillcrest Pds Magnet: 431. Waco H S: 1,885. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillcrest Pds Magnet and Waco H S rank in Texas?
Hillcrest Pds Magnet is 2760th of 4,686 and Waco H S is 1106th of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).