Amherst Elementary vs Duffield-Pattonsville Primary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 347 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
Duffield-Pattonsville Primary
Duffield · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
308 students
| Measure | Amherst Elementary Amherst, Virginia | Duffield-Pattonsville Primary Duffield, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #525 of 1,142 | #471 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #9287 of 50,301 | #8314 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 307 | 308 |
| Enrollment | 307 | 308 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.4% | 70.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 92% |
| city | Amherst | Duffield |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Duffield-Pattonsville Primary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.4 vs 72.9).
- •Duffield-Pattonsville Primary does better on math proficiency (92% vs 87%).
- •Duffield-Pattonsville Primary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.1% vs 83.4%).
- •Amherst Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 15.4).
- •Duffield-Pattonsville Primary 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 Duffield-Pattonsville Primary?
On the Success Index (US), Duffield-Pattonsville Primary ranks higher (74.4 vs 72.9 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 Amherst Elementary and Duffield-Pattonsville Primary?
About 347 km in a straight line, between Amherst and Duffield in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Amherst Elementary: 307. Duffield-Pattonsville Primary: 308. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Amherst Elementary and Duffield-Pattonsville Primary rank in Virginia?
Amherst Elementary is 525th of 1,142 and Duffield-Pattonsville Primary is 471st of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).