Academy for Discovery at Lakewood vs Willard Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 621 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy for Discovery at Lakewood
Norfolk · Public middle · Grades 3–8
739 students
Willard Elementary
Norfolk · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
441 students
| Measure | Academy for Discovery at Lakewood Norfolk, Virginia | Willard Elementary Norfolk, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #262 of 340 | #765 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #3943 of 15,369 | #13335 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 739 | 441 |
| Enrollment | 739 | 441 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 101.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 90% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 85% | 82% |
| city | Norfolk | Norfolk |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (67.2 vs 67.2).
- •Academy for Discovery at Lakewood does better on math proficiency (85% vs 82%).
- •Academy for Discovery at Lakewood does better on reading proficiency (90% vs 72%).
- •Academy for Discovery at Lakewood does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (100% vs 101.8%).
- •Willard Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 14.8).
- •Academy for Discovery at Lakewood is the larger school with 739 students compared with 441.
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 Academy for Discovery at Lakewood better than Willard Elementary?
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 Academy for Discovery at Lakewood and Willard Elementary?
About 621 m in a straight line, between Norfolk and Norfolk in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy for Discovery at Lakewood: 739. Willard Elementary: 441. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy for Discovery at Lakewood and Willard Elementary rank in Virginia?
Academy for Discovery at Lakewood is 262nd of 340 and Willard Elementary is 765th of 1,142 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).