Armel Elementary vs Ferdinand T. Day Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 94 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Armel Elementary
Winchester · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
589 students
Ferdinand T. Day Elementary
Alexandria · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
589 students
| Measure | Armel Elementary Winchester, Virginia | Ferdinand T. Day Elementary Alexandria, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #306 of 1,142 | #1103 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #3500 of 50,301 | #31199 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 589 | 589 |
| Enrollment | 589 | 589 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29% | 89.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 47% |
| city | Winchester | Alexandria |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Armel Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.7 vs 41.1).
- •Armel Elementary does better on math proficiency (78% vs 47%).
- •Armel Elementary does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 52%).
- •Armel Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29% vs 89.1%).
- •Armel Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 16.4).
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 Armel Elementary better than Ferdinand T. Day Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Armel Elementary ranks higher (82.7 vs 41.1 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 Armel Elementary and Ferdinand T. Day Elementary?
About 94 km in a straight line, between Winchester and Alexandria in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Armel Elementary: 589. Ferdinand T. Day Elementary: 589. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Armel Elementary and Ferdinand T. Day Elementary rank in Virginia?
Armel Elementary is 306th of 1,142 and Ferdinand T. Day Elementary is 1103rd of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).