Birdneck Elementary vs W.T. Cooke Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 3.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Birdneck Elementary
Virginia Beach · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
584 students
W.T. Cooke Elementary
Virginia Beach · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
555 students
| Measure | Birdneck Elementary Virginia Beach, Virginia | W.T. Cooke Elementary Virginia Beach, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #463 of 1,142 | #481 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #8124 of 50,301 | #8550 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 584 | 555 |
| Enrollment | 584 | 555 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.2% | 76.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 79% | 84% |
| city | Virginia Beach | Virginia Beach |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (74.7 vs 74.1).
- •W.T. Cooke Elementary does better on math proficiency (84% vs 79%).
- •W.T. Cooke Elementary does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 74%).
- •W.T. Cooke Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.6% vs 77.2%).
- •Birdneck Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 14.2).
- •Birdneck Elementary is the larger school with 584 students compared with 555.
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 Birdneck Elementary better than W.T. Cooke 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 Birdneck Elementary and W.T. Cooke Elementary?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Virginia Beach and Virginia Beach in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Birdneck Elementary: 584. W.T. Cooke Elementary: 555. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Birdneck Elementary and W.T. Cooke Elementary rank in Virginia?
Birdneck Elementary is 463rd of 1,142 and W.T. Cooke Elementary is 481st of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).