Clara Byrd Baker Elementary vs Matthew Whaley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 6.1 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
Matthew Whaley Elementary
Williamsburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
485 students
| Measure | Clara Byrd Baker Elementary Williamsburg, Virginia | Matthew Whaley Elementary Williamsburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #213 of 1,142 | #536 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #2116 of 50,301 | #9458 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 457 | 485 |
| Enrollment | 457 | 485 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.9% | 63.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 77% |
| city | Williamsburg | Williamsburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Clara Byrd Baker Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.7 vs 72.7).
- •Clara Byrd Baker Elementary does better on math proficiency (82% vs 77%).
- •Clara Byrd Baker Elementary does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 72%).
- •Clara Byrd Baker Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.9% vs 63.9%).
- •Clara Byrd Baker Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 14.3).
- •Matthew Whaley Elementary is the larger school with 485 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 Matthew Whaley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Clara Byrd Baker Elementary ranks higher (85.7 vs 72.7 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 Matthew Whaley Elementary?
About 6.1 km in a straight line, between Williamsburg and Williamsburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clara Byrd Baker Elementary: 457. Matthew Whaley Elementary: 485. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clara Byrd Baker Elementary and Matthew Whaley Elementary rank in Virginia?
Clara Byrd Baker Elementary is 213th of 1,142 and Matthew Whaley Elementary is 536th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).