Bucknell Elementary vs West Potomac High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 848 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bucknell Elementary
Alexandria · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
319 students
West Potomac High
Alexandria · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,710 students
| Measure | Bucknell Elementary Alexandria, Virginia | West Potomac High Alexandria, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #664 of 1,142 | #117 of 317 |
| National rank | #11513 of 50,301 | #2090 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 319 | 2,710 |
| Enrollment | 319 | 2,710 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.6% | 48.6% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 74% |
| city | Alexandria | Alexandria |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Potomac High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.3 vs 69.7).
- •Bucknell Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 74%).
- •West Potomac High does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 62%).
- •West Potomac High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.6% vs 79.6%).
- •Bucknell Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 12.9).
- •West Potomac High is the larger school with 2,710 students compared with 319.
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 Bucknell Elementary better than West Potomac High?
On the Success Index (US), West Potomac High ranks higher (75.3 vs 69.7 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 Bucknell Elementary and West Potomac High?
About 848 m in a straight line, between Alexandria and Alexandria in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bucknell Elementary: 319. West Potomac High: 2,710. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bucknell Elementary and West Potomac High rank in Virginia?
Bucknell Elementary is 664th of 1,142 and West Potomac High is 117th of 317 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).