Barrett Elementary vs Washington-Liberty High
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
Washington-Liberty High
Arlington · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,044 students
| Measure | Barrett Elementary Arlington, Virginia | Washington-Liberty High Arlington, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #382 of 1,142 | #89 of 317 |
| National rank | #6175 of 50,301 | #1117 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 500 | 3,044 |
| Enrollment | 500 | 3,044 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57% | 25.2% |
| Students per teacher | 9.6 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 86% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 87% |
| city | Arlington | Arlington |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington-Liberty High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.1 vs 77.9).
- •Washington-Liberty High does better on math proficiency (87% vs 71%).
- •Washington-Liberty High does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 70%).
- •Washington-Liberty High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.2% vs 57%).
- •Barrett Elementary does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 18.2).
- •Washington-Liberty High is the larger school with 3,044 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 Washington-Liberty High?
On the Success Index (US), Washington-Liberty High ranks higher (81.1 vs 77.9 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 Barrett Elementary and Washington-Liberty High?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Arlington and Arlington in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barrett Elementary: 500. Washington-Liberty High: 3,044. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barrett Elementary and Washington-Liberty High rank in Virginia?
Barrett Elementary is 382nd of 1,142 and Washington-Liberty High is 89th of 317 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).