Brighton Elementary vs Park View Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 2.2 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
Park View Elementary
Portsmouth · Public elementary · Grades K–6
400 students
| Measure | Brighton Elementary Portsmouth, Virginia | Park View Elementary Portsmouth, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1060 of 1,142 | #895 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #25072 of 50,301 | #16120 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 483 | 400 |
| Enrollment | 483 | 400 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 101% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 72% |
| city | Portsmouth | Portsmouth |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Park View Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.0 vs 50.1).
- •Park View Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 62%).
- •Park View Elementary does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 59%).
- •Brighton Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.4% vs 101%).
- •Park View Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 15.6).
- •Brighton Elementary is the larger school with 483 students compared with 400.
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 Park View Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Park View Elementary ranks higher (63.0 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 Park View Elementary?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Portsmouth and Portsmouth in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brighton Elementary: 483. Park View Elementary: 400. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brighton Elementary and Park View Elementary rank in Virginia?
Brighton Elementary is 1060th of 1,142 and Park View Elementary is 895th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).