Bluestone Elementary vs Waterman Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bluestone Elementary
Harrisonburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
566 students
Waterman Elementary
Harrisonburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
557 students
| Measure | Bluestone Elementary Harrisonburg, Virginia | Waterman Elementary Harrisonburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #891 of 1,142 | #912 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #16079 of 50,301 | #16559 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 566 | 557 |
| Enrollment | 566 | 557 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85% | 87.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 76% | 74% |
| city | Harrisonburg | Harrisonburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (63.0 vs 62.4).
- •Bluestone Elementary does better on math proficiency (76% vs 74%).
- •Waterman Elementary does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 63%).
- •Bluestone Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85% vs 87.1%).
- •Bluestone Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 14.7).
- •Bluestone Elementary is the larger school with 566 students compared with 557.
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 Bluestone Elementary better than Waterman 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 Bluestone Elementary and Waterman Elementary?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Harrisonburg and Harrisonburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bluestone Elementary: 566. Waterman Elementary: 557. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bluestone Elementary and Waterman Elementary rank in Virginia?
Bluestone Elementary is 891st of 1,142 and Waterman Elementary is 912th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).