Hillside Elementary vs Sanders Corner Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillside Elementary
Ashburn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
656 students
Sanders Corner Elementary
Ashburn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
503 students
| Measure | Hillside Elementary Ashburn, Virginia | Sanders Corner Elementary Ashburn, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 90 Top 5% | 91 Top 5% |
| State rank | #90 of 1,142 | #70 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #795 of 50,301 | #653 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 656 | 503 |
| Enrollment | 656 | 503 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16.6% | 26% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 90% | 91% |
| city | Ashburn | Ashburn |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (89.9 vs 90.7).
- •Sanders Corner Elementary does better on math proficiency (91% vs 90%).
- •Sanders Corner Elementary does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 81%).
- •Hillside Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.6% vs 26%).
- •Sanders Corner Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 14.0).
- •Hillside Elementary is the larger school with 656 students compared with 503.
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 Hillside Elementary better than Sanders Corner Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Hillside Elementary and Sanders Corner Elementary?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Ashburn and Ashburn in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillside Elementary: 656. Sanders Corner Elementary: 503. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillside Elementary and Sanders Corner Elementary rank in Virginia?
Hillside Elementary is 90th of 1,142 and Sanders Corner Elementary is 70th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).