C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary vs P.B. Smith Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 6.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary
New Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
525 students
P.B. Smith Elementary
Warrenton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
440 students
| Measure | C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary New Baltimore, Virginia | P.B. Smith Elementary Warrenton, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 90 Top 5% |
| State rank | #187 of 1,142 | #97 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #1812 of 50,301 | #853 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 525 | 440 |
| Enrollment | 525 | 440 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.5% | 12.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 89% | 92% |
| city | New Baltimore | Warrenton |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •P.B. Smith Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (89.7 vs 86.5).
- •P.B. Smith Elementary does better on math proficiency (92% vs 89%).
- •P.B. Smith Elementary does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 82%).
- •P.B. Smith Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.7% vs 18.5%).
- •P.B. Smith Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 15.9).
- •C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary is the larger school with 525 students compared with 440.
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. Hunter Ritchie Elementary better than P.B. Smith Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), P.B. Smith Elementary ranks higher (89.7 vs 86.5 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. Hunter Ritchie Elementary and P.B. Smith Elementary?
About 6.3 km in a straight line, between New Baltimore and Warrenton in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary: 525. P.B. Smith Elementary: 440. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary and P.B. Smith Elementary rank in Virginia?
C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary is 187th of 1,142 and P.B. Smith Elementary is 97th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).