Chilhowie Elementary vs Ferdinand T. Day Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 457 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chilhowie Elementary
Chiilhowie · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
589 students
Ferdinand T. Day Elementary
Alexandria · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
589 students
| Measure | Chilhowie Elementary Chiilhowie, Virginia | Ferdinand T. Day Elementary Alexandria, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #963 of 1,142 | #1103 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #18253 of 50,301 | #31199 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 589 | 589 |
| Enrollment | 589 | 589 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 89.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 47% |
| city | Chiilhowie | Alexandria |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chilhowie Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.9 vs 41.1).
- •Chilhowie Elementary does better on math proficiency (71% vs 47%).
- •Chilhowie Elementary does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 52%).
- •Ferdinand T. Day Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.1% vs 100%).
- •Chilhowie Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 16.4).
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 Chilhowie Elementary better than Ferdinand T. Day Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Chilhowie Elementary ranks higher (59.9 vs 41.1 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 Chilhowie Elementary and Ferdinand T. Day Elementary?
About 457 km in a straight line, between Chiilhowie and Alexandria in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chilhowie Elementary: 589. Ferdinand T. Day Elementary: 589. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chilhowie Elementary and Ferdinand T. Day Elementary rank in Virginia?
Chilhowie Elementary is 963rd of 1,142 and Ferdinand T. Day Elementary is 1103rd of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).