Aldrin Elementary vs Armstrong Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aldrin Elementary
Reston · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
455 students
Armstrong Elementary
Reston · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
357 students
| Measure | Aldrin Elementary Reston, Virginia | Armstrong Elementary Reston, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 93 Top 5% |
| State rank | #19 of 1,142 | #27 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #234 of 50,301 | #315 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 455 | 357 |
| Enrollment | 455 | 357 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24% | 19.3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 10.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 81% |
| city | Reston | Reston |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (93.4 vs 92.7).
- •Aldrin Elementary does better on math proficiency (87% vs 81%).
- •Aldrin Elementary does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 80%).
- •Armstrong Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.3% vs 24%).
- •Armstrong Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 10.8).
- •Aldrin Elementary is the larger school with 455 students compared with 357.
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 Aldrin Elementary better than Armstrong 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 Aldrin Elementary and Armstrong Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Reston and Reston in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aldrin Elementary: 455. Armstrong Elementary: 357. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aldrin Elementary and Armstrong Elementary rank in Virginia?
Aldrin Elementary is 19th of 1,142 and Armstrong Elementary is 27th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).