Cashell Donahoe Elementary vs Henry D. Ward Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 8.3 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
Henry D. Ward Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
526 students
| Measure | Cashell Donahoe Elementary Sandston, Virginia | Henry D. Ward Elementary Richmond, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1040 of 1,142 | #980 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #23300 of 50,301 | #18919 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 526 | 526 |
| Enrollment | 526 | 526 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.2% | 89.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 70% |
| city | Sandston | Richmond |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Henry D. Ward Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.9 vs 52.6).
- •Henry D. Ward Elementary does better on math proficiency (70% vs 65%).
- •Henry D. Ward Elementary does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 53%).
- •Cashell Donahoe Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.2% vs 89.4%).
- •Cashell Donahoe Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 17.0).
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 Henry D. Ward Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Henry D. Ward Elementary ranks higher (58.9 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 Henry D. Ward Elementary?
About 8.3 km in a straight line, between Sandston and Richmond in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cashell Donahoe Elementary: 526. Henry D. Ward Elementary: 526. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cashell Donahoe Elementary and Henry D. Ward Elementary rank in Virginia?
Cashell Donahoe Elementary is 1040th of 1,142 and Henry D. Ward Elementary is 980th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).