Brighton Elementary vs Cradock Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brighton Elementary
Portsmouth · Public elementary · Grades K–6
483 students
Cradock Elementary
Portsmouth · Public elementary · Grades K–6
616 students
| Measure | Brighton Elementary Portsmouth, Virginia | Cradock Elementary Portsmouth, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1060 of 1,142 | #1057 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #25072 of 50,301 | #24738 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 483 | 616 |
| Enrollment | 483 | 616 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 72% |
| city | Portsmouth | Portsmouth |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (50.1 vs 50.6).
- •Cradock Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 62%).
- •Cradock Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 59%).
- •Brighton Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.4% vs 100%).
- •Brighton Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 19.3).
- •Cradock Elementary is the larger school with 616 students compared with 483.
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 Brighton Elementary better than Cradock 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 Brighton Elementary and Cradock Elementary?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Portsmouth and Portsmouth in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brighton Elementary: 483. Cradock Elementary: 616. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brighton Elementary and Cradock Elementary rank in Virginia?
Brighton Elementary is 1060th of 1,142 and Cradock Elementary is 1057th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).