Barrett Elementary vs Kenmore Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barrett Elementary
Arlington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
500 students
Kenmore Middle
Arlington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,053 students
| Measure | Barrett Elementary Arlington, Virginia | Kenmore Middle Arlington, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #382 of 1,142 | #131 of 340 |
| National rank | #6175 of 50,301 | #1937 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 500 | 1,053 |
| Enrollment | 500 | 1,053 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57% | 54.9% |
| Students per teacher | 9.6 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 82% |
| city | Arlington | Arlington |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (77.9 vs 77.3).
- •Kenmore Middle does better on math proficiency (82% vs 71%).
- •Kenmore Middle does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 70%).
- •Kenmore Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.9% vs 57%).
- •Barrett Elementary does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 14.2).
- •Kenmore Middle is the larger school with 1,053 students compared with 500.
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 Barrett Elementary better than Kenmore Middle?
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 Barrett Elementary and Kenmore Middle?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Arlington and Arlington in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barrett Elementary: 500. Kenmore Middle: 1,053. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barrett Elementary and Kenmore Middle rank in Virginia?
Barrett Elementary is 382nd of 1,142 and Kenmore Middle is 131st of 340 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).