Armstrong Elementary vs B.T. Washington Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 4.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Armstrong Elementary
Hampton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
288 students
B.T. Washington Middle
Newport News · Public middle · Grades 6–8
413 students
| Measure | Armstrong Elementary Hampton, Virginia | B.T. Washington Middle Newport News, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #776 of 1,142 | #229 of 340 |
| National rank | #13624 of 50,301 | #3375 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 288 | 413 |
| Enrollment | 288 | 413 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.4% | 100.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 92% | 89% |
| city | Hampton | Newport News |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •B.T. Washington Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.8 vs 66.7).
- •Armstrong Elementary does better on math proficiency (92% vs 89%).
- •Armstrong Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.4% vs 100.2%).
- •B.T. Washington Middle is the larger school with 413 students compared with 288.
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 Armstrong Elementary better than B.T. Washington Middle?
On the Success Index (US), B.T. Washington Middle ranks higher (69.8 vs 66.7 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 Armstrong Elementary and B.T. Washington Middle?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Hampton and Newport News in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Armstrong Elementary: 288. B.T. Washington Middle: 413. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Armstrong Elementary and B.T. Washington Middle rank in Virginia?
Armstrong Elementary is 776th of 1,142 and B.T. Washington Middle is 229th of 340 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).