Achilles Elementary vs Lakeside Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 99 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
Lakeside Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
397 students
| Measure | Achilles Elementary Hayes, Virginia | Lakeside Elementary Richmond, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #405 of 1,142 | #865 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #6853 of 50,301 | #15382 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% | 89.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 88% | 75% |
| city | Hayes | Richmond |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Achilles Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.7 vs 64.1).
- •Achilles Elementary does better on math proficiency (88% vs 75%).
- •Achilles Elementary does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 64%).
- •Achilles Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.2% vs 89.9%).
- •Lakeside Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 14.2).
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 Lakeside Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Achilles Elementary ranks higher (76.7 vs 64.1 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 Lakeside Elementary?
About 99 km in a straight line, between Hayes and Richmond in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Achilles Elementary: 397. Lakeside Elementary: 397. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Achilles Elementary and Lakeside Elementary rank in Virginia?
Achilles Elementary is 405th of 1,142 and Lakeside Elementary is 865th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).