Clara Byrd Baker Elementary vs Matoaka Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 5.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clara Byrd Baker Elementary
Williamsburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
457 students
Matoaka Elementary
Williamsburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
595 students
| Measure | Clara Byrd Baker Elementary Williamsburg, Virginia | Matoaka Elementary Williamsburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #213 of 1,142 | #149 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #2116 of 50,301 | #1363 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 457 | 595 |
| Enrollment | 457 | 595 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.9% | 23.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 91% |
| city | Williamsburg | Williamsburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Matoaka Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.8 vs 85.7).
- •Matoaka Elementary does better on math proficiency (91% vs 82%).
- •Matoaka Elementary does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 77%).
- •Matoaka Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.5% vs 44.9%).
- •Clara Byrd Baker Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 14.9).
- •Matoaka Elementary is the larger school with 595 students compared with 457.
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 Clara Byrd Baker Elementary better than Matoaka Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Matoaka Elementary ranks higher (87.8 vs 85.7 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 Clara Byrd Baker Elementary and Matoaka Elementary?
About 5.5 km in a straight line, between Williamsburg and Williamsburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clara Byrd Baker Elementary: 457. Matoaka Elementary: 595. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clara Byrd Baker Elementary and Matoaka Elementary rank in Virginia?
Clara Byrd Baker Elementary is 213th of 1,142 and Matoaka Elementary is 149th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).