George F. Baker Elementary vs Henry D. Ward Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 4.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George F. Baker Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
462 students
Henry D. Ward Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
526 students
| Measure | George F. Baker Elementary Richmond, Virginia | Henry D. Ward Elementary Richmond, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #874 of 1,142 | #980 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #15661 of 50,301 | #18919 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 462 | 526 |
| Enrollment | 462 | 526 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.8% | 89.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 70% |
| city | Richmond | Richmond |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George F. Baker Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.7 vs 58.9).
- •George F. Baker Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 70%).
- •Henry D. Ward Elementary does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 67%).
- •George F. Baker Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.8% vs 89.4%).
- •George F. Baker Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 17.0).
- •Henry D. Ward Elementary is the larger school with 526 students compared with 462.
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 George F. Baker Elementary better than Henry D. Ward Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), George F. Baker Elementary ranks higher (63.7 vs 58.9 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 George F. Baker Elementary and Henry D. Ward Elementary?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Richmond in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George F. Baker Elementary: 462. Henry D. Ward Elementary: 526. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George F. Baker Elementary and Henry D. Ward Elementary rank in Virginia?
George F. Baker Elementary is 874th of 1,142 and Henry D. Ward Elementary is 980th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).