Cashell Donahoe Elementary vs Fair Oaks Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cashell Donahoe Elementary
Sandston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
526 students
Fair Oaks Elementary
Highland Springs · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
330 students
| Measure | Cashell Donahoe Elementary Sandston, Virginia | Fair Oaks Elementary Highland Springs, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1040 of 1,142 | #900 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #23300 of 50,301 | #16168 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 526 | 330 |
| Enrollment | 526 | 330 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.2% | 88.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 72% |
| city | Sandston | Highland Springs |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fair Oaks Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.9 vs 52.6).
- •Fair Oaks Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 65%).
- •Fair Oaks Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 53%).
- •Fair Oaks Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.2% vs 89.2%).
- •Fair Oaks Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 15.0).
- •Cashell Donahoe Elementary is the larger school with 526 students compared with 330.
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 Cashell Donahoe Elementary better than Fair Oaks Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Fair Oaks Elementary ranks higher (62.9 vs 52.6 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 Cashell Donahoe Elementary and Fair Oaks Elementary?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Sandston and Highland Springs in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cashell Donahoe Elementary: 526. Fair Oaks Elementary: 330. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cashell Donahoe Elementary and Fair Oaks Elementary rank in Virginia?
Cashell Donahoe Elementary is 1040th of 1,142 and Fair Oaks Elementary is 900th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).