Arthur R. Ware Elementary vs Bessie Weller Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arthur R. Ware Elementary
Staunton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
372 students
Bessie Weller Elementary
Staunton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
373 students
| Measure | Arthur R. Ware Elementary Staunton, Virginia | Bessie Weller Elementary Staunton, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #483 of 1,142 | #669 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #8559 of 50,301 | #11633 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 372 | 373 |
| Enrollment | 372 | 373 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.3% | 83.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 77% |
| city | Staunton | Staunton |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arthur R. Ware Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.0 vs 69.5).
- •Arthur R. Ware Elementary does better on math proficiency (87% vs 77%).
- •Arthur R. Ware Elementary does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 67%).
- •Bessie Weller Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.1% vs 83.3%).
- •Bessie Weller Elementary is the larger school with 373 students compared with 372.
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 Arthur R. Ware Elementary better than Bessie Weller Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Arthur R. Ware Elementary ranks higher (74.0 vs 69.5 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 Arthur R. Ware Elementary and Bessie Weller Elementary?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Staunton and Staunton in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arthur R. Ware Elementary: 372. Bessie Weller Elementary: 373. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arthur R. Ware Elementary and Bessie Weller Elementary rank in Virginia?
Arthur R. Ware Elementary is 483rd of 1,142 and Bessie Weller Elementary is 669th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).