Arrowhead Elementary vs Barrett Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 241 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arrowhead Elementary
Virginia Beach · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
500 students
Barrett Elementary
Arlington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
500 students
| Measure | Arrowhead Elementary Virginia Beach, Virginia | Barrett Elementary Arlington, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #369 of 1,142 | #382 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #5889 of 50,301 | #6175 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 500 | 500 |
| Enrollment | 500 | 500 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.4% | 57% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 9.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 88% | 71% |
| city | Virginia Beach | Arlington |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (78.4 vs 77.9).
- •Arrowhead Elementary does better on math proficiency (88% vs 71%).
- •Arrowhead Elementary does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 70%).
- •Barrett Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57% vs 68.4%).
- •Barrett Elementary does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 13.5).
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 Arrowhead Elementary better than Barrett 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 Arrowhead Elementary and Barrett Elementary?
About 241 km in a straight line, between Virginia Beach and Arlington in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arrowhead Elementary: 500. Barrett Elementary: 500. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arrowhead Elementary and Barrett Elementary rank in Virginia?
Arrowhead Elementary is 369th of 1,142 and Barrett Elementary is 382nd of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).