Amherst Elementary vs Cedar Bluff Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 247 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Amherst Elementary
Amherst · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
307 students
Cedar Bluff Elementary
Cedar Bluff · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
308 students
| Measure | Amherst Elementary Amherst, Virginia | Cedar Bluff Elementary Cedar Bluff, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #525 of 1,142 | #593 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #9287 of 50,301 | #10432 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 307 | 308 |
| Enrollment | 307 | 308 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.4% | 91.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 92% |
| city | Amherst | Cedar Bluff |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Amherst Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.9 vs 71.2).
- •Cedar Bluff Elementary does better on math proficiency (92% vs 87%).
- •Amherst Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.4% vs 91.6%).
- •Cedar Bluff Elementary is the larger school with 308 students compared with 307.
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 Amherst Elementary better than Cedar Bluff Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Amherst Elementary ranks higher (72.9 vs 71.2 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 Amherst Elementary and Cedar Bluff Elementary?
About 247 km in a straight line, between Amherst and Cedar Bluff in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Amherst Elementary: 307. Cedar Bluff Elementary: 308. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Amherst Elementary and Cedar Bluff Elementary rank in Virginia?
Amherst Elementary is 525th of 1,142 and Cedar Bluff Elementary is 593rd of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).