Cradock Elementary vs William E. Waters Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cradock Elementary
Portsmouth · Public elementary · Grades K–6
616 students
William E. Waters Middle
Portsmouth · Public middle · Grades 7–8
549 students
| Measure | Cradock Elementary Portsmouth, Virginia | William E. Waters Middle Portsmouth, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1057 of 1,142 | #282 of 340 |
| National rank | #24738 of 50,301 | #4508 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 616 | 549 |
| Enrollment | 616 | 549 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 98.9% |
| Students per teacher | 19.3 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 68% |
| city | Portsmouth | Portsmouth |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William E. Waters Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.5 vs 50.6).
- •Cradock Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 68%).
- •William E. Waters Middle does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 62%).
- •William E. Waters Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.9% vs 100%).
- •William E. Waters Middle does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 19.3).
- •Cradock Elementary is the larger school with 616 students compared with 549.
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 Cradock Elementary better than William E. Waters Middle?
On the Success Index (US), William E. Waters Middle ranks higher (64.5 vs 50.6 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 Cradock Elementary and William E. Waters Middle?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Portsmouth and Portsmouth in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cradock Elementary: 616. William E. Waters Middle: 549. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cradock Elementary and William E. Waters Middle rank in Virginia?
Cradock Elementary is 1057th of 1,142 and William E. Waters Middle is 282nd of 340 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).