Ashlawn Elementary vs Cardinal Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ashlawn Elementary
Arlington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
553 students
Cardinal Elementary
Arlington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
682 students
| Measure | Ashlawn Elementary Arlington, Virginia | Cardinal Elementary Arlington, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 92 Top 5% | 92 Top 5% |
| State rank | #40 of 1,142 | #38 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #417 of 50,301 | #394 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 553 | 682 |
| Enrollment | 553 | 682 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23.3% | 6.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 90% |
| Math proficiency | 89% | 94% |
| city | Arlington | Arlington |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (91.9 vs 92.1).
- •Cardinal Elementary does better on math proficiency (94% vs 89%).
- •Cardinal Elementary does better on reading proficiency (90% vs 87%).
- •Cardinal Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (6.7% vs 23.3%).
- •Ashlawn Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 14.5).
- •Cardinal Elementary is the larger school with 682 students compared with 553.
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 Ashlawn Elementary better than Cardinal 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 Ashlawn Elementary and Cardinal Elementary?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Arlington and Arlington in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ashlawn Elementary: 553. Cardinal Elementary: 682. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ashlawn Elementary and Cardinal Elementary rank in Virginia?
Ashlawn Elementary is 40th of 1,142 and Cardinal Elementary is 38th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).