Barron Elementary vs Captain John Smith 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.
Barron Elementary
Hampton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
397 students
Captain John Smith Elementary
Hampton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
374 students
| Measure | Barron Elementary Hampton, Virginia | Captain John Smith Elementary Hampton, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #902 of 1,142 | #892 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #16229 of 50,301 | #16083 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 397 | 374 |
| Enrollment | 397 | 374 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.9% | 93.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 69% |
| city | Hampton | Hampton |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (62.8 vs 63.0).
- •Barron Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 69%).
- •Barron Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 67%).
- •Barron Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.9% vs 93.3%).
- •Captain John Smith Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 15.9).
- •Barron Elementary is the larger school with 397 students compared with 374.
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 Barron Elementary better than Captain John Smith 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 Barron Elementary and Captain John Smith Elementary?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Hampton and Hampton in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barron Elementary: 397. Captain John Smith Elementary: 374. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barron Elementary and Captain John Smith Elementary rank in Virginia?
Barron Elementary is 902nd of 1,142 and Captain John Smith Elementary is 892nd of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).