George P. Phenix Elementary vs Sedgefield Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George P. Phenix Elementary
Hampton · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,438 students
Sedgefield Elementary
Newport News · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
425 students
| Measure | George P. Phenix Elementary Hampton, Virginia | Sedgefield Elementary Newport News, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #400 of 1,142 | #1112 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #6637 of 50,301 | #34550 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,438 | 425 |
| Enrollment | 1,438 | 425 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.1% | 100.5% |
| Students per teacher | 9.6 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 88% | 53% |
| city | Hampton | Newport News |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George P. Phenix Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.1 vs 36.2).
- •George P. Phenix Elementary does better on math proficiency (88% vs 53%).
- •George P. Phenix Elementary does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 43%).
- •George P. Phenix Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.1% vs 100.5%).
- •George P. Phenix Elementary does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 15.7).
- •George P. Phenix Elementary is the larger school with 1,438 students compared with 425.
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 P. Phenix Elementary better than Sedgefield Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), George P. Phenix Elementary ranks higher (77.1 vs 36.2 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 P. Phenix Elementary and Sedgefield Elementary?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Hampton and Newport News in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George P. Phenix Elementary: 1,438. Sedgefield Elementary: 425. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George P. Phenix Elementary and Sedgefield Elementary rank in Virginia?
George P. Phenix Elementary is 400th of 1,142 and Sedgefield Elementary is 1112th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).