Frederick Douglass Elementary vs Watauga Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 472 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frederick Douglass Elementary
Leesburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
581 students
Watauga Elementary
Abingdon · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
581 students
| Measure | Frederick Douglass Elementary Leesburg, Virginia | Watauga Elementary Abingdon, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #446 of 1,142 | #459 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #7710 of 50,301 | #8045 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 581 | 581 |
| Enrollment | 581 | 581 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.4% | 74.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 94% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 98% |
| city | Leesburg | Abingdon |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (75.4 vs 74.9).
- •Watauga Elementary does better on math proficiency (98% vs 71%).
- •Watauga Elementary does better on reading proficiency (94% vs 65%).
- •Frederick Douglass Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.4% vs 74.9%).
- •Frederick Douglass Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 15.3).
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 Frederick Douglass Elementary better than Watauga 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 Frederick Douglass Elementary and Watauga Elementary?
About 472 km in a straight line, between Leesburg and Abingdon in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frederick Douglass Elementary: 581. Watauga Elementary: 581. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frederick Douglass Elementary and Watauga Elementary rank in Virginia?
Frederick Douglass Elementary is 446th of 1,142 and Watauga Elementary is 459th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).