Fulks Run Elementary vs Oakland 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.
Fulks Run Elementary
Fulks Run · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
198 students
Oakland Elementary
Galax · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
196 students
| Measure | Fulks Run Elementary Fulks Run, Virginia | Oakland Elementary Galax, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1001 of 1,142 | #614 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #19712 of 50,301 | #10745 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 198 | 196 |
| Enrollment | 198 | 196 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.3% | 92.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 82% |
| city | Fulks Run | Galax |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Oakland Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.8 vs 57.8).
- •Oakland Elementary does better on math proficiency (82% vs 62%).
- •Oakland Elementary does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 57%).
- •Fulks Run Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.3% vs 92.9%).
- •Oakland Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 14.1).
- •Fulks Run Elementary is the larger school with 198 students compared with 196.
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 Fulks Run Elementary better than Oakland Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Oakland Elementary ranks higher (70.8 vs 57.8 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 Fulks Run Elementary and Oakland Elementary?
About 282 km in a straight line, between Fulks Run and Galax in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fulks Run Elementary: 198. Oakland Elementary: 196. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fulks Run Elementary and Oakland Elementary rank in Virginia?
Fulks Run Elementary is 1001st of 1,142 and Oakland Elementary is 614th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).