Achilles Elementary vs Barron Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 27 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Achilles Elementary
Hayes · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
397 students
Barron Elementary
Hampton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
397 students
| Measure | Achilles Elementary Hayes, Virginia | Barron Elementary Hampton, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #405 of 1,142 | #902 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #6853 of 50,301 | #16229 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 397 | 397 |
| Enrollment | 397 | 397 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.2% | 90.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 88% | 77% |
| city | Hayes | Hampton |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Achilles Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.7 vs 62.8).
- •Achilles Elementary does better on math proficiency (88% vs 77%).
- •Achilles Elementary does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 72%).
- •Achilles Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.2% vs 90.9%).
- •Achilles Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 15.9).
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 Achilles Elementary better than Barron Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Achilles Elementary ranks higher (76.7 vs 62.8 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 Achilles Elementary and Barron Elementary?
About 27 km in a straight line, between Hayes and Hampton in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Achilles Elementary: 397. Barron Elementary: 397. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Achilles Elementary and Barron Elementary rank in Virginia?
Achilles Elementary is 405th of 1,142 and Barron Elementary is 902nd of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).