Bruton High vs Matthew Whaley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 4.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bruton High
Williamsburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
723 students
Matthew Whaley Elementary
Williamsburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
485 students
| Measure | Bruton High Williamsburg, Virginia | Matthew Whaley Elementary Williamsburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 5% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #51 of 317 | #536 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #615 of 16,910 | #9458 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 723 | 485 |
| Enrollment | 723 | 485 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.5% | 63.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 77% |
| city | Williamsburg | Williamsburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bruton High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.3 vs 72.7).
- •Bruton High does better on math proficiency (87% vs 77%).
- •Bruton High does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 72%).
- •Bruton High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.5% vs 63.9%).
- •Bruton High does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 14.3).
- •Bruton High is the larger school with 723 students compared with 485.
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 Bruton High better than Matthew Whaley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Bruton High ranks higher (85.3 vs 72.7 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 Bruton High and Matthew Whaley Elementary?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Williamsburg and Williamsburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bruton High: 723. Matthew Whaley Elementary: 485. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bruton High and Matthew Whaley Elementary rank in Virginia?
Bruton High is 51st of 317 and Matthew Whaley Elementary is 536th of 1,142 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).