Central Elementary vs Greenbrier Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 74 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
Greenbrier Elementary
Charlottesville · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
267 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Amherst, Virginia | Greenbrier Elementary Charlottesville, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #546 of 1,142 | #567 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #9702 of 50,301 | #10123 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 268 | 267 |
| Enrollment | 268 | 267 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.8% | 72.3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 77% |
| city | Amherst | Charlottesville |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (72.3 vs 71.7).
- •Greenbrier Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.3% vs 82.8%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 13.4).
- •Central Elementary is the larger school with 268 students compared with 267.
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 Greenbrier Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central Elementary and Greenbrier Elementary?
About 74 km in a straight line, between Amherst and Charlottesville in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 268. Greenbrier Elementary: 267. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Greenbrier Elementary rank in Virginia?
Central Elementary is 546th of 1,142 and Greenbrier Elementary is 567th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).