Edward G. Clymore Elementary vs North River 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.
Edward G. Clymore Elementary
Fort Defiance · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
803 students
North River Elementary
Mount Solon · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
222 students
| Measure | Edward G. Clymore Elementary Fort Defiance, Virginia | North River Elementary Mount Solon, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #666 of 1,142 | #698 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #11527 of 50,301 | #12084 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 803 | 222 |
| Enrollment | 803 | 222 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.1% | 88.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 85% | 82% |
| city | Fort Defiance | Mount Solon |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (69.7 vs 68.9).
- •Edward G. Clymore Elementary does better on math proficiency (85% vs 82%).
- •Edward G. Clymore Elementary does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 67%).
- •Edward G. Clymore Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.1% vs 88.3%).
- •North River Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 16.1).
- •Edward G. Clymore Elementary is the larger school with 803 students compared with 222.
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 Edward G. Clymore Elementary better than North River 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 Edward G. Clymore Elementary and North River Elementary?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Fort Defiance and Mount Solon in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edward G. Clymore Elementary: 803. North River Elementary: 222. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edward G. Clymore Elementary and North River Elementary rank in Virginia?
Edward G. Clymore Elementary is 666th of 1,142 and North River Elementary is 698th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).