A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des vs D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des
Wilmington · Public elementary · Grades K–5
342 students
D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy
Wilmington · Public elementary · Grades K–8
162 students
| Measure | A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des Wilmington, North Carolina | D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy Wilmington, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 6 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1251 of 1,457 | #1453 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #46799 of 50,301 | #50086 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 342 | 162 |
| Enrollment | 342 | 162 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.1% | 94.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 12% |
| city | Wilmington | Wilmington |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.6 vs 6.4).
- •A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des does better on math proficiency (20% vs 12%).
- •A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des does better on reading proficiency (21% vs 17%).
- •D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.4% vs 99.1%).
- •A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des is the larger school with 342 students compared with 162.
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 A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des better than D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy?
On the Success Index (US), A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des ranks higher (16.6 vs 6.4 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 A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des and D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Wilmington and Wilmington in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des: 342. D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy: 162. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des and D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy rank in North Carolina?
A H Snipes Academy of Arts/Des is 1251st of 1,457 and D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy is 1453rd of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).