Abingdon Elementary vs Wakefield High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Abingdon Elementary
Arlington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
768 students
Wakefield High
Arlington · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,646 students
| Measure | Abingdon Elementary Arlington, Virginia | Wakefield High Arlington, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #600 of 1,142 | #159 of 317 |
| National rank | #10496 of 50,301 | #2955 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 768 | 2,646 |
| Enrollment | 768 | 2,646 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.6% | 48% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 85% |
| city | Arlington | Arlington |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (71.1 vs 71.4).
- •Wakefield High does better on math proficiency (85% vs 71%).
- •Wakefield High does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 63%).
- •Wakefield High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48% vs 57.6%).
- •Abingdon Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 18.8).
- •Wakefield High is the larger school with 2,646 students compared with 768.
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 Abingdon Elementary better than Wakefield High?
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 Abingdon Elementary and Wakefield High?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Arlington and Arlington in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Abingdon Elementary: 768. Wakefield High: 2,646. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Abingdon Elementary and Wakefield High rank in Virginia?
Abingdon Elementary is 600th of 1,142 and Wakefield High is 159th of 317 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).