G.W. Carver Elementary vs Mary S. Peake Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 329 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
G.W. Carver Elementary
Salem · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
404 students
Mary S. Peake Elementary
Hampton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
404 students
| Measure | G.W. Carver Elementary Salem, Virginia | Mary S. Peake Elementary Hampton, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #629 of 1,142 | #887 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #11002 of 50,301 | #15929 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 404 | 404 |
| Enrollment | 404 | 404 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.4% | 92.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 88% | 77% |
| city | Salem | Hampton |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •G.W. Carver Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.4 vs 63.3).
- •G.W. Carver Elementary does better on math proficiency (88% vs 77%).
- •G.W. Carver Elementary does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 62%).
- •G.W. Carver Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.4% vs 92.3%).
- •Mary S. Peake Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 13.9).
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 G.W. Carver Elementary better than Mary S. Peake Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), G.W. Carver Elementary ranks higher (70.4 vs 63.3 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 G.W. Carver Elementary and Mary S. Peake Elementary?
About 329 km in a straight line, between Salem and Hampton in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
G.W. Carver Elementary: 404. Mary S. Peake Elementary: 404. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do G.W. Carver Elementary and Mary S. Peake Elementary rank in Virginia?
G.W. Carver Elementary is 629th of 1,142 and Mary S. Peake Elementary is 887th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).