Armel Elementary vs Orchard View Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 7.5 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
Orchard View Elementary
Winchester · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
469 students
| Measure | Armel Elementary Winchester, Virginia | Orchard View Elementary Winchester, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #306 of 1,142 | #283 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #3500 of 50,301 | #3104 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 589 | 469 |
| Enrollment | 589 | 469 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29% | 41.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 82% |
| city | Winchester | Winchester |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (82.7 vs 83.6).
- •Orchard View Elementary does better on math proficiency (82% vs 78%).
- •Orchard View Elementary does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 73%).
- •Armel Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29% vs 41.6%).
- •Orchard View Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 14.4).
- •Armel Elementary is the larger school with 589 students compared with 469.
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 Orchard View 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 Armel Elementary and Orchard View Elementary?
About 7.5 km in a straight line, between Winchester and Winchester in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Armel Elementary: 589. Orchard View Elementary: 469. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Armel Elementary and Orchard View Elementary rank in Virginia?
Armel Elementary is 306th of 1,142 and Orchard View Elementary is 283rd of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).