Courtland High vs Smith Station Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Courtland High
Fredericksburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,497 students
Smith Station Elementary
Fredericksburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
715 students
| Measure | Courtland High Fredericksburg, Virginia | Smith Station Elementary Fredericksburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 10% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #104 of 317 | #581 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #1519 of 16,910 | #10342 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,497 | 715 |
| Enrollment | 1,497 | 715 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.7% | 72.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 91% |
| city | Fredericksburg | Fredericksburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Courtland High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.4 vs 71.4).
- •Smith Station Elementary does better on math proficiency (91% vs 78%).
- •Courtland High does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 80%).
- •Courtland High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.7% vs 72.6%).
- •Smith Station Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 17.4).
- •Courtland High is the larger school with 1,497 students compared with 715.
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 Courtland High better than Smith Station Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Courtland High ranks higher (78.4 vs 71.4 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 Courtland High and Smith Station Elementary?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Fredericksburg and Fredericksburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Courtland High: 1,497. Smith Station Elementary: 715. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Courtland High and Smith Station Elementary rank in Virginia?
Courtland High is 104th of 317 and Smith Station Elementary is 581st of 1,142 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).