Bellwood Elementary vs Gretna Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 178 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bellwood Elementary
North Chesterfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
493 students
Gretna Elementary
Gretna · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
493 students
| Measure | Bellwood Elementary North Chesterfield, Virginia | Gretna Elementary Gretna, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #582 of 1,142 | #518 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #10355 of 50,301 | #9173 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 493 | 493 |
| Enrollment | 493 | 493 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.7% | 83% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 73% | 89% |
| city | North Chesterfield | Gretna |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gretna Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.1 vs 71.3).
- •Gretna Elementary does better on math proficiency (89% vs 73%).
- •Gretna Elementary does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 68%).
- •Bellwood Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.7% vs 83%).
- •Bellwood Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 13.7).
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 Bellwood Elementary better than Gretna Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Gretna Elementary ranks higher (73.1 vs 71.3 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 Bellwood Elementary and Gretna Elementary?
About 178 km in a straight line, between North Chesterfield and Gretna in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bellwood Elementary: 493. Gretna Elementary: 493. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bellwood Elementary and Gretna Elementary rank in Virginia?
Bellwood Elementary is 582nd of 1,142 and Gretna Elementary is 518th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).