Cluster Springs Elementary vs South Boston Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cluster Springs Elementary
Alton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
572 students
South Boston Elementary
South Boston · Public elementary · Grades K–5
683 students
| Measure | Cluster Springs Elementary Alton, Virginia | South Boston Elementary South Boston, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #863 of 1,142 | #853 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #15368 of 50,301 | #15128 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 572 | 683 |
| Enrollment | 572 | 683 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100.7% | 100.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 89% | 84% |
| city | Alton | South Boston |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (64.1 vs 64.5).
- •Cluster Springs Elementary does better on math proficiency (89% vs 84%).
- •South Boston Elementary does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 77%).
- •South Boston Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (100.4% vs 100.7%).
- •South Boston Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 15.1).
- •South Boston Elementary is the larger school with 683 students compared with 572.
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 Cluster Springs Elementary better than South Boston 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 Cluster Springs Elementary and South Boston Elementary?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Alton and South Boston in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cluster Springs Elementary: 572. South Boston Elementary: 683. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cluster Springs Elementary and South Boston Elementary rank in Virginia?
Cluster Springs Elementary is 863rd of 1,142 and South Boston Elementary is 853rd of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).