Bessie Weller Elementary vs Thomas C. McSwain Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 3.1 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
Thomas C. McSwain Elementary
Staunton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
449 students
| Measure | Bessie Weller Elementary Staunton, Virginia | Thomas C. McSwain Elementary Staunton, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #669 of 1,142 | #559 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #11633 of 50,301 | #9965 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 373 | 449 |
| Enrollment | 373 | 449 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.1% | 84.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 90% |
| city | Staunton | Staunton |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas C. McSwain Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.0 vs 69.5).
- •Thomas C. McSwain Elementary does better on math proficiency (90% vs 77%).
- •Thomas C. McSwain Elementary does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 67%).
- •Bessie Weller Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.1% vs 84.9%).
- •Bessie Weller Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 14.5).
- •Thomas C. McSwain Elementary is the larger school with 449 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 Thomas C. McSwain Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas C. McSwain Elementary ranks higher (72.0 vs 69.5 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 Thomas C. McSwain Elementary?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Staunton and Staunton in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bessie Weller Elementary: 373. Thomas C. McSwain Elementary: 449. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bessie Weller Elementary and Thomas C. McSwain Elementary rank in Virginia?
Bessie Weller Elementary is 669th of 1,142 and Thomas C. McSwain Elementary is 559th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).