Armel Elementary vs Sherando High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 4.5 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
Sherando High
Stephens City · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,631 students
| Measure | Armel Elementary Winchester, Virginia | Sherando High Stephens City, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #306 of 1,142 | #75 of 317 |
| National rank | #3500 of 50,301 | #954 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 589 | 1,631 |
| Enrollment | 589 | 1,631 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29% | 35.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 86% |
| city | Winchester | Stephens City |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (82.7 vs 82.5).
- •Sherando High does better on math proficiency (86% vs 78%).
- •Sherando High does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 73%).
- •Armel Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29% vs 35.1%).
- •Armel Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 14.6).
- •Sherando High is the larger school with 1,631 students compared with 589.
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 Sherando High?
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 Sherando High?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between Winchester and Stephens City in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Armel Elementary: 589. Sherando High: 1,631. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Armel Elementary and Sherando High rank in Virginia?
Armel Elementary is 306th of 1,142 and Sherando High is 75th of 317 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).