Aldrin Elementary vs David A. Kaechele Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 145 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
David A. Kaechele Elementary
Glen Allen · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
455 students
| Measure | Aldrin Elementary Reston, Virginia | David A. Kaechele Elementary Glen Allen, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 92 Top 5% |
| State rank | #19 of 1,142 | #36 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #234 of 50,301 | #370 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 455 | 455 |
| Enrollment | 455 | 455 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24% | 11.9% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 93% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 97% |
| city | Reston | Glen Allen |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Aldrin Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (93.4 vs 92.3).
- •David A. Kaechele Elementary does better on math proficiency (97% vs 87%).
- •David A. Kaechele Elementary does better on reading proficiency (93% vs 85%).
- •David A. Kaechele Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.9% vs 24%).
- •Aldrin Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.8 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 Aldrin Elementary better than David A. Kaechele Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Aldrin Elementary ranks higher (93.4 vs 92.3 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 Aldrin Elementary and David A. Kaechele Elementary?
About 145 km in a straight line, between Reston and Glen Allen in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aldrin Elementary: 455. David A. Kaechele Elementary: 455. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aldrin Elementary and David A. Kaechele Elementary rank in Virginia?
Aldrin Elementary is 19th of 1,142 and David A. Kaechele Elementary is 36th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).