Florence Bowser Elementary vs Nansemond River High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Florence Bowser Elementary
Suffolk · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
926 students
Nansemond River High
Suffolk · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,683 students
| Measure | Florence Bowser Elementary Suffolk, Virginia | Nansemond River High Suffolk, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1132 of 1,142 | #164 of 317 |
| National rank | #39192 of 50,301 | #3056 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 926 | 1,683 |
| Enrollment | 926 | 1,683 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.3% | 68.9% |
| Students per teacher | 21.0 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 88% |
| Math proficiency | – | 91% |
| city | Suffolk | Suffolk |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nansemond River High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.0 vs 29.0).
- •Nansemond River High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.9% vs 69.3%).
- •Nansemond River High does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 21.0).
- •Nansemond River High is the larger school with 1,683 students compared with 926.
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 Florence Bowser Elementary better than Nansemond River High?
On the Success Index (US), Nansemond River High ranks higher (71.0 vs 29.0 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 Florence Bowser Elementary and Nansemond River High?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Suffolk and Suffolk in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Florence Bowser Elementary: 926. Nansemond River High: 1,683. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Florence Bowser Elementary and Nansemond River High rank in Virginia?
Florence Bowser Elementary is 1132nd of 1,142 and Nansemond River High is 164th of 317 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).