Bessie Weller Elementary vs Shelburne Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 3.3 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
Shelburne Middle
Staunton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
583 students
| Measure | Bessie Weller Elementary Staunton, Virginia | Shelburne Middle Staunton, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #669 of 1,142 | #221 of 340 |
| National rank | #11633 of 50,301 | #3288 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 373 | 583 |
| Enrollment | 373 | 583 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.1% | 84% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 77% |
| city | Staunton | Staunton |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (69.5 vs 70.3).
- •Shelburne Middle does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 67%).
- •Bessie Weller Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.1% vs 84%).
- •Shelburne Middle does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 12.0).
- •Shelburne Middle is the larger school with 583 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 Shelburne Middle?
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 Bessie Weller Elementary and Shelburne Middle?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Staunton and Staunton in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bessie Weller Elementary: 373. Shelburne Middle: 583. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bessie Weller Elementary and Shelburne Middle rank in Virginia?
Bessie Weller Elementary is 669th of 1,142 and Shelburne Middle is 221st of 340 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).