Central Elementary vs Enderly Heights Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 33 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
Enderly Heights Elementary
Buena Vista · Public elementary · Grades 2–5
268 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Amherst, Virginia | Enderly Heights Elementary Buena Vista, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #546 of 1,142 | #676 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #9702 of 50,301 | #11716 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 2–5 |
| Students | 268 | 268 |
| Enrollment | 268 | 268 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.8% | 92.2% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 87% |
| city | Amherst | Buena Vista |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.3 vs 69.4).
- •Enderly Heights Elementary does better on math proficiency (87% vs 77%).
- •Central Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.8% vs 92.2%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 12.8).
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 Enderly Heights Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary ranks higher (72.3 vs 69.4 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 Enderly Heights Elementary?
About 33 km in a straight line, between Amherst and Buena Vista in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 268. Enderly Heights Elementary: 268. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Enderly Heights Elementary rank in Virginia?
Central Elementary is 546th of 1,142 and Enderly Heights Elementary is 676th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).