Central Elementary vs Elkton Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 100 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Amherst · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
268 students
Elkton Elementary
Elkton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
269 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Amherst, Virginia | Elkton Elementary Elkton, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #546 of 1,142 | #426 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #9702 of 50,301 | #7392 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 268 | 269 |
| Enrollment | 268 | 269 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.8% | 73.6% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 82% |
| city | Amherst | Elkton |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Elkton Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.9 vs 72.3).
- •Elkton Elementary does better on math proficiency (82% vs 77%).
- •Elkton Elementary does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 72%).
- •Elkton Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.6% vs 82.8%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 12.2).
- •Elkton Elementary is the larger school with 269 students compared with 268.
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 Central Elementary better than Elkton Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Elkton Elementary ranks higher (75.9 vs 72.3 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 Central Elementary and Elkton Elementary?
About 100 km in a straight line, between Amherst and Elkton in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 268. Elkton Elementary: 269. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Elkton Elementary rank in Virginia?
Central Elementary is 546th of 1,142 and Elkton Elementary is 426th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).