Alfred S. Forrest Elementary vs Bethel High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alfred S. Forrest Elementary
Hampton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
499 students
Bethel High
Hampton · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,769 students
| Measure | Alfred S. Forrest Elementary Hampton, Virginia | Bethel High Hampton, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #879 of 1,142 | #257 of 317 |
| National rank | #15764 of 50,301 | #4692 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 499 | 1,769 |
| Enrollment | 499 | 1,769 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.8% | 92.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 78% |
| city | Hampton | Hampton |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (63.5 vs 64.3).
- •Alfred S. Forrest Elementary does better on math proficiency (82% vs 78%).
- •Bethel High does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 70%).
- •Alfred S. Forrest Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.8% vs 92.7%).
- •Bethel High does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 16.1).
- •Bethel High is the larger school with 1,769 students compared with 499.
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 Alfred S. Forrest Elementary better than Bethel High?
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 Alfred S. Forrest Elementary and Bethel High?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Hampton and Hampton in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alfred S. Forrest Elementary: 499. Bethel High: 1,769. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alfred S. Forrest Elementary and Bethel High rank in Virginia?
Alfred S. Forrest Elementary is 879th of 1,142 and Bethel High is 257th of 317 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).