A.G. Richardson Elementary vs Pearl Sample Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 161 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
A.G. Richardson Elementary
Culpeper · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
563 students
Pearl Sample Elementary
Culpeper · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
680 students
| Measure | A.G. Richardson Elementary Culpeper, Virginia | Pearl Sample Elementary Culpeper, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #456 of 1,142 | #982 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #7933 of 50,301 | #19006 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 563 | 680 |
| Enrollment | 563 | 680 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.4% | 82.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 74% |
| city | Culpeper | Culpeper |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •A.G. Richardson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.0 vs 58.8).
- •A.G. Richardson Elementary does better on math proficiency (87% vs 74%).
- •A.G. Richardson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 58%).
- •A.G. Richardson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.4% vs 82.4%).
- •A.G. Richardson Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 15.8).
- •Pearl Sample Elementary is the larger school with 680 students compared with 563.
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.G. Richardson Elementary better than Pearl Sample Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), A.G. Richardson Elementary ranks higher (75.0 vs 58.8 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.G. Richardson Elementary and Pearl Sample Elementary?
About 161 m in a straight line, between Culpeper and Culpeper in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A.G. Richardson Elementary: 563. Pearl Sample Elementary: 680. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A.G. Richardson Elementary and Pearl Sample Elementary rank in Virginia?
A.G. Richardson Elementary is 456th of 1,142 and Pearl Sample Elementary is 982nd of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).