Cardinal Elementary vs Providence Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 164 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cardinal Elementary
Arlington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
682 students
Providence Elementary
North Chesterfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
682 students
| Measure | Cardinal Elementary Arlington, Virginia | Providence Elementary North Chesterfield, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 92 Top 5% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #38 of 1,142 | #497 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #394 of 50,301 | #8800 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 682 | 682 |
| Enrollment | 682 | 682 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 6.7% | 76.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 90% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 94% | 80% |
| city | Arlington | North Chesterfield |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cardinal Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (92.1 vs 73.7).
- •Cardinal Elementary does better on math proficiency (94% vs 80%).
- •Cardinal Elementary does better on reading proficiency (90% vs 73%).
- •Cardinal Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (6.7% vs 76.4%).
- •Providence Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 14.5).
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 Cardinal Elementary better than Providence Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Cardinal Elementary ranks higher (92.1 vs 73.7 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 Cardinal Elementary and Providence Elementary?
About 164 km in a straight line, between Arlington and North Chesterfield in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cardinal Elementary: 682. Providence Elementary: 682. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cardinal Elementary and Providence Elementary rank in Virginia?
Cardinal Elementary is 38th of 1,142 and Providence Elementary is 497th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).