Brighton Elementary vs Gainesboro Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 321 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
Gainesboro Elementary
Winchester · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
483 students
| Measure | Brighton Elementary Portsmouth, Virginia | Gainesboro Elementary Winchester, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #1060 of 1,142 | #339 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #25072 of 50,301 | #4824 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 483 | 483 |
| Enrollment | 483 | 483 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 41.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 79% |
| city | Portsmouth | Winchester |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gainesboro Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.3 vs 50.1).
- •Gainesboro Elementary does better on math proficiency (79% vs 62%).
- •Gainesboro Elementary does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 59%).
- •Gainesboro Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.6% vs 99.4%).
- •Gainesboro Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 15.6).
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 Gainesboro Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Gainesboro Elementary ranks higher (80.3 vs 50.1 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 Brighton Elementary and Gainesboro Elementary?
About 321 km in a straight line, between Portsmouth and Winchester in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brighton Elementary: 483. Gainesboro Elementary: 483. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brighton Elementary and Gainesboro Elementary rank in Virginia?
Brighton Elementary is 1060th of 1,142 and Gainesboro Elementary is 339th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).