Bessie Weller Elementary vs Wilson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 7.7 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
Wilson Elementary
Fishersville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
655 students
| Measure | Bessie Weller Elementary Staunton, Virginia | Wilson Elementary Fishersville, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #669 of 1,142 | #696 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #11633 of 50,301 | #12042 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 373 | 655 |
| Enrollment | 373 | 655 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.1% | 82% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 75% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 82% |
| city | Staunton | Fishersville |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (69.5 vs 69.0).
- •Wilson Elementary does better on math proficiency (82% vs 77%).
- •Wilson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 67%).
- •Wilson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82% vs 83.1%).
- •Bessie Weller Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 14.9).
- •Wilson Elementary is the larger school with 655 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 Wilson 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 Bessie Weller Elementary and Wilson Elementary?
About 7.7 km in a straight line, between Staunton and Fishersville in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bessie Weller Elementary: 373. Wilson Elementary: 655. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bessie Weller Elementary and Wilson Elementary rank in Virginia?
Bessie Weller Elementary is 669th of 1,142 and Wilson Elementary is 696th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).