Ashland Elementary vs Matoaca Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 59 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ashland Elementary
Ashland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
675 students
Matoaca Elementary
South Chesterfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
676 students
| Measure | Ashland Elementary Ashland, Virginia | Matoaca Elementary South Chesterfield, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1071 of 1,142 | #562 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #26329 of 50,301 | #10014 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 675 | 676 |
| Enrollment | 675 | 676 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.6% | 76.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 77% |
| Math proficiency | – | 77% |
| city | Ashland | South Chesterfield |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Matoaca Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.9 vs 48.2).
- •Matoaca Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.5% vs 80.6%).
- •Ashland Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 13.8).
- •Matoaca Elementary is the larger school with 676 students compared with 675.
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 Ashland Elementary better than Matoaca Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Matoaca Elementary ranks higher (71.9 vs 48.2 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 Ashland Elementary and Matoaca Elementary?
About 59 km in a straight line, between Ashland and South Chesterfield in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ashland Elementary: 675. Matoaca Elementary: 676. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ashland Elementary and Matoaca Elementary rank in Virginia?
Ashland Elementary is 1071st of 1,142 and Matoaca Elementary is 562nd of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).