Cherry Run Elementary vs Sangster Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cherry Run Elementary
Burke · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
481 students
Sangster Elementary
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
928 students
| Measure | Cherry Run Elementary Burke, Virginia | Sangster Elementary Springfield, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 96 Top 5% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #4 of 1,142 | #132 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #60 of 50,301 | #1200 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 481 | 928 |
| Enrollment | 481 | 928 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 7.9% | 3.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 88% | 96% |
| Math proficiency | 91% | 98% |
| city | Burke | Springfield |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cherry Run Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (95.7 vs 88.4).
- •Sangster Elementary does better on math proficiency (98% vs 91%).
- •Sangster Elementary does better on reading proficiency (96% vs 88%).
- •Sangster Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (3.7% vs 7.9%).
- •Cherry Run Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 17.5).
- •Sangster Elementary is the larger school with 928 students compared with 481.
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 Cherry Run Elementary better than Sangster Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Cherry Run Elementary ranks higher (95.7 vs 88.4 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 Cherry Run Elementary and Sangster Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Burke and Springfield in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cherry Run Elementary: 481. Sangster Elementary: 928. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cherry Run Elementary and Sangster Elementary rank in Virginia?
Cherry Run Elementary is 4th of 1,142 and Sangster Elementary is 132nd of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).