Dudley Elementary vs South River Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 157 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dudley Elementary
Wirtz · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
317 students
South River Elementary
Grottoes · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
316 students
| Measure | Dudley Elementary Wirtz, Virginia | South River Elementary Grottoes, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #489 of 1,142 | #433 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #8636 of 50,301 | #7476 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 317 | 316 |
| Enrollment | 317 | 316 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88% | 65.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 87% |
| city | Wirtz | Grottoes |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South River Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.8 vs 73.9).
- •South River Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.8% vs 88%).
- •Dudley Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 15.0).
- •Dudley Elementary is the larger school with 317 students compared with 316.
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 Dudley Elementary better than South River Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South River Elementary ranks higher (75.8 vs 73.9 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 Dudley Elementary and South River Elementary?
About 157 km in a straight line, between Wirtz and Grottoes in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dudley Elementary: 317. South River Elementary: 316. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dudley Elementary and South River Elementary rank in Virginia?
Dudley Elementary is 489th of 1,142 and South River Elementary is 433rd of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).