Cedarhurst Elementary vs Hilltop Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cedarhurst Elementary
Burien · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
399 students
Hilltop Elementary
Seattle · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
519 students
| Measure | Cedarhurst Elementary Burien, Washington | Hilltop Elementary Seattle, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1104 of 1,154 | #1094 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #42482 of 50,301 | #41928 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 399 | 519 |
| Enrollment | 399 | 519 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.9% | 76.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 26% |
| city | Burien | Seattle |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (23.7 vs 24.6).
- •Hilltop Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 33%).
- •Cedarhurst Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.9% vs 76.1%).
- •Hilltop Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 19.0).
- •Hilltop Elementary is the larger school with 519 students compared with 399.
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 Cedarhurst Elementary better than Hilltop 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 Cedarhurst Elementary and Hilltop Elementary?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Burien and Seattle in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cedarhurst Elementary: 399. Hilltop Elementary: 519. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cedarhurst Elementary and Hilltop Elementary rank in Washington?
Cedarhurst Elementary is 1104th of 1,154 and Hilltop Elementary is 1094th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).