Alanton Elementary vs Arlington Science Focus School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 242 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alanton Elementary
Virginia Beach · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
632 students
Arlington Science Focus School
Arlington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
632 students
| Measure | Alanton Elementary Virginia Beach, Virginia | Arlington Science Focus School Arlington, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #406 of 1,142 | #487 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #6854 of 50,301 | #8620 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 632 | 632 |
| Enrollment | 632 | 632 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.4% | 16.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 89% | – |
| Math proficiency | 91% | – |
| city | Virginia Beach | Arlington |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alanton Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.7 vs 73.9).
- •Arlington Science Focus School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.5% vs 67.4%).
- •Alanton Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 15.4).
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 Alanton Elementary better than Arlington Science Focus School?
On the Success Index (US), Alanton Elementary ranks higher (76.7 vs 73.9 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 Alanton Elementary and Arlington Science Focus School?
About 242 km in a straight line, between Virginia Beach and Arlington in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alanton Elementary: 632. Arlington Science Focus School: 632. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alanton Elementary and Arlington Science Focus School rank in Virginia?
Alanton Elementary is 406th of 1,142 and Arlington Science Focus School is 487th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).