Covington-Harper Elementary vs Lewis and Clark Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 65 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Covington-Harper Elementary
Dumfries · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
1,025 students
Lewis and Clark Elementary
Ruther Glen · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
1,009 students
| Measure | Covington-Harper Elementary Dumfries, Virginia | Lewis and Clark Elementary Ruther Glen, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #789 of 1,142 | #762 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #13884 of 50,301 | #13300 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,025 | 1,009 |
| Enrollment | 1,025 | 1,009 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.2% | 80% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 87% |
| city | Dumfries | Ruther Glen |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (66.3 vs 67.2).
- •Lewis and Clark Elementary does better on math proficiency (87% vs 78%).
- •Lewis and Clark Elementary does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 74%).
- •Covington-Harper Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.2% vs 80%).
- •Lewis and Clark Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.7 vs 19.0).
- •Covington-Harper Elementary is the larger school with 1,025 students compared with 1,009.
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 Covington-Harper Elementary better than Lewis and Clark 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 Covington-Harper Elementary and Lewis and Clark Elementary?
About 65 km in a straight line, between Dumfries and Ruther Glen in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Covington-Harper Elementary: 1,025. Lewis and Clark Elementary: 1,009. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Covington-Harper Elementary and Lewis and Clark Elementary rank in Virginia?
Covington-Harper Elementary is 789th of 1,142 and Lewis and Clark Elementary is 762nd of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).