Elk Ridge Elementary vs Hilltop Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 74 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elk Ridge Elementary
Buckley · Public elementary · Grades K–5
564 students
Hilltop Elementary
Lynnwood · Public elementary · Grades K–6
562 students
| Measure | Elk Ridge Elementary Buckley, Washington | Hilltop Elementary Lynnwood, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 80 Top 25% |
| State rank | #243 of 1,154 | #141 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #8382 of 50,301 | #5248 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 564 | 562 |
| Enrollment | 564 | 562 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.2% | 19.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 71% |
| city | Buckley | Lynnwood |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hilltop Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.5 vs 74.3).
- •Hilltop Elementary does better on math proficiency (71% vs 65%).
- •Hilltop Elementary does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 73%).
- •Hilltop Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.6% vs 31.2%).
- •Elk Ridge Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 17.0).
- •Elk Ridge Elementary is the larger school with 564 students compared with 562.
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 Elk Ridge Elementary better than Hilltop Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hilltop Elementary ranks higher (79.5 vs 74.3 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 Elk Ridge Elementary and Hilltop Elementary?
About 74 km in a straight line, between Buckley and Lynnwood in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elk Ridge Elementary: 564. Hilltop Elementary: 562. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elk Ridge Elementary and Hilltop Elementary rank in Washington?
Elk Ridge Elementary is 243rd of 1,154 and Hilltop Elementary is 141st of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).