Bessie Weller Elementary vs Captain John Smith Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 271 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bessie Weller Elementary
Staunton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
373 students
Captain John Smith Elementary
Hampton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
374 students
| Measure | Bessie Weller Elementary Staunton, Virginia | Captain John Smith Elementary Hampton, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #669 of 1,142 | #892 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #11633 of 50,301 | #16083 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 373 | 374 |
| Enrollment | 373 | 374 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.1% | 93.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 69% |
| city | Staunton | Hampton |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bessie Weller Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.5 vs 63.0).
- •Bessie Weller Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 69%).
- •Bessie Weller Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.1% vs 93.3%).
- •Bessie Weller Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 12.9).
- •Captain John Smith Elementary is the larger school with 374 students compared with 373.
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 Bessie Weller Elementary better than Captain John Smith Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Bessie Weller Elementary ranks higher (69.5 vs 63.0 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 Bessie Weller Elementary and Captain John Smith Elementary?
About 271 km in a straight line, between Staunton and Hampton in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bessie Weller Elementary: 373. Captain John Smith Elementary: 374. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bessie Weller Elementary and Captain John Smith Elementary rank in Virginia?
Bessie Weller Elementary is 669th of 1,142 and Captain John Smith Elementary is 892nd of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).