Arcola Elementary vs Waples Mill Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 20 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arcola Elementary
Aldie · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
748 students
Waples Mill Elementary
Oakton · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
750 students
| Measure | Arcola Elementary Aldie, Virginia | Waples Mill Elementary Oakton, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 92 Top 5% |
| State rank | #56 of 1,142 | #50 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #555 of 50,301 | #491 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 748 | 750 |
| Enrollment | 748 | 750 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.3% | 12.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 90% |
| city | Aldie | Oakton |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (91.1 vs 91.5).
- •Waples Mill Elementary does better on math proficiency (90% vs 87%).
- •Waples Mill Elementary does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 83%).
- •Waples Mill Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.5% vs 24.3%).
- •Arcola Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 14.2).
- •Waples Mill Elementary is the larger school with 750 students compared with 748.
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 Arcola Elementary better than Waples Mill 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 Arcola Elementary and Waples Mill Elementary?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Aldie and Oakton in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arcola Elementary: 748. Waples Mill Elementary: 750. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arcola Elementary and Waples Mill Elementary rank in Virginia?
Arcola Elementary is 56th of 1,142 and Waples Mill Elementary is 50th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).