C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary vs West Springfield Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 41 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
West Springfield Elementary
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
524 students
| Measure | C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary New Baltimore, Virginia | West Springfield Elementary Springfield, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 95 Top 5% |
| State rank | #187 of 1,142 | #9 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #1812 of 50,301 | #125 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 525 | 524 |
| Enrollment | 525 | 524 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.5% | 13.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 91% |
| Math proficiency | 89% | 95% |
| city | New Baltimore | Springfield |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Springfield Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (94.7 vs 86.5).
- •West Springfield Elementary does better on math proficiency (95% vs 89%).
- •West Springfield Elementary does better on reading proficiency (91% vs 82%).
- •West Springfield Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.4% vs 18.5%).
- •West Springfield Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 15.9).
- •C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary is the larger school with 525 students compared with 524.
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 West Springfield Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), West Springfield Elementary ranks higher (94.7 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 West Springfield Elementary?
About 41 km in a straight line, between New Baltimore and Springfield in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary: 525. West Springfield Elementary: 524. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary and West Springfield Elementary rank in Virginia?
C. Hunter Ritchie Elementary is 187th of 1,142 and West Springfield Elementary is 9th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).