C.E. Curtis Elementary vs Thomas Dale High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 262 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
C.E. Curtis Elementary
Chester · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
767 students
Thomas Dale High
Chester · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,582 students
| Measure | C.E. Curtis Elementary Chester, Virginia | Thomas Dale High Chester, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #478 of 1,142 | #163 of 317 |
| National rank | #8497 of 50,301 | #3035 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 767 | 2,582 |
| Enrollment | 767 | 2,582 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.8% | 74.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 83% |
| city | Chester | Chester |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •C.E. Curtis Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.1 vs 71.1).
- •Thomas Dale High does better on math proficiency (83% vs 82%).
- •Thomas Dale High does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 73%).
- •Thomas Dale High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.2% vs 76.8%).
- •C.E. Curtis Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 13.6).
- •Thomas Dale High is the larger school with 2,582 students compared with 767.
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 C.E. Curtis Elementary better than Thomas Dale High?
On the Success Index (US), C.E. Curtis Elementary ranks higher (74.1 vs 71.1 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 C.E. Curtis Elementary and Thomas Dale High?
About 262 m in a straight line, between Chester and Chester in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
C.E. Curtis Elementary: 767. Thomas Dale High: 2,582. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do C.E. Curtis Elementary and Thomas Dale High rank in Virginia?
C.E. Curtis Elementary is 478th of 1,142 and Thomas Dale High is 163rd of 317 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).