Highlands Elementary School vs Hilltop Heritage Elementary School
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.
Highlands Elementary School
Renton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
386 students
Hilltop Heritage Elementary School
Renton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
576 students
| Measure | Highlands Elementary School Renton, Washington | Hilltop Heritage Elementary School Renton, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #941 of 1,154 | #776 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #33288 of 50,301 | #26810 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 386 | 576 |
| Enrollment | 386 | 576 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.2% | 48.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | – |
| Math proficiency | 41% | – |
| city | Renton | Renton |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hilltop Heritage Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.5 vs 38.0).
- •Hilltop Heritage Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.4% vs 70.2%).
- •Highlands Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 18.0).
- •Hilltop Heritage Elementary School is the larger school with 576 students compared with 386.
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 Highlands Elementary School better than Hilltop Heritage Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Hilltop Heritage Elementary School ranks higher (47.5 vs 38.0 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 Highlands Elementary School and Hilltop Heritage Elementary School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Renton and Renton in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highlands Elementary School: 386. Hilltop Heritage Elementary School: 576. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highlands Elementary School and Hilltop Heritage Elementary School rank in Washington?
Highlands Elementary School is 941st of 1,154 and Hilltop Heritage Elementary School is 776th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).