Carysbrook Elementary vs Central Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carysbrook Elementary
Fork Union · Public elementary · Grades 3–4
457 students
Central Elementary
Palmyra · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
751 students
| Measure | Carysbrook Elementary Fork Union, Virginia | Central Elementary Palmyra, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #450 of 1,142 | #1046 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #7819 of 50,301 | #23747 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–4 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 457 | 751 |
| Enrollment | 457 | 751 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.8% | 60.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | – |
| Math proficiency | 85% | – |
| city | Fork Union | Palmyra |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carysbrook Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.2 vs 52.0).
- •Central Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.6% vs 60.8%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 14.3).
- •Central Elementary is the larger school with 751 students compared with 457.
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 Carysbrook Elementary better than Central Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Carysbrook Elementary ranks higher (75.2 vs 52.0 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 Carysbrook Elementary and Central Elementary?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Fork Union and Palmyra in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carysbrook Elementary: 457. Central Elementary: 751. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carysbrook Elementary and Central Elementary rank in Virginia?
Carysbrook Elementary is 450th of 1,142 and Central Elementary is 1046th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).