Bellwood Elementary vs Salem Church Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 3.9 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
Salem Church Elementary
North Chesterfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
574 students
| Measure | Bellwood Elementary North Chesterfield, Virginia | Salem Church Elementary North Chesterfield, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #582 of 1,142 | #580 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #10355 of 50,301 | #10284 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 493 | 574 |
| Enrollment | 493 | 574 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.7% | 76.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 73% | 79% |
| city | North Chesterfield | North Chesterfield |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (71.3 vs 71.5).
- •Salem Church Elementary does better on math proficiency (79% vs 73%).
- •Salem Church Elementary does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 68%).
- •Salem Church Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.3% vs 76.7%).
- •Bellwood Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 13.7).
- •Salem Church Elementary is the larger school with 574 students compared with 493.
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 Salem Church 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 Bellwood Elementary and Salem Church Elementary?
About 3.9 km in a straight line, between North Chesterfield and North Chesterfield in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bellwood Elementary: 493. Salem Church Elementary: 574. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bellwood Elementary and Salem Church Elementary rank in Virginia?
Bellwood Elementary is 582nd of 1,142 and Salem Church Elementary is 580th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).