Franconia Elementary vs Gretna Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 282 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franconia Elementary
Alexandria · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
492 students
Gretna Elementary
Gretna · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
493 students
| Measure | Franconia Elementary Alexandria, Virginia | Gretna Elementary Gretna, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #204 of 1,142 | #518 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #1973 of 50,301 | #9173 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 492 | 493 |
| Enrollment | 492 | 493 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.9% | 83% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 89% |
| city | Alexandria | Gretna |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franconia Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.1 vs 73.1).
- •Gretna Elementary does better on math proficiency (89% vs 82%).
- •Gretna Elementary does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 77%).
- •Franconia Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.9% vs 83%).
- •Franconia Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 13.7).
- •Gretna Elementary is the larger school with 493 students compared with 492.
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 Franconia Elementary better than Gretna Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Franconia Elementary ranks higher (86.1 vs 73.1 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 Franconia Elementary and Gretna Elementary?
About 282 km in a straight line, between Alexandria and Gretna in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franconia Elementary: 492. Gretna Elementary: 493. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franconia Elementary and Gretna Elementary rank in Virginia?
Franconia Elementary is 204th of 1,142 and Gretna Elementary is 518th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).