George W. Carver Intermediate vs Harry E. James Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 106 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George W. Carver Intermediate
Chesapeake · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
535 students
Harry E. James Elementary
Hopewell · Public elementary · Grades K–5
535 students
| Measure | George W. Carver Intermediate Chesapeake, Virginia | Harry E. James Elementary Hopewell, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #690 of 1,142 | #877 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #11931 of 50,301 | #15721 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 535 | 535 |
| Enrollment | 535 | 535 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.9% | 101.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 75% |
| city | Chesapeake | Hopewell |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George W. Carver Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.1 vs 63.6).
- •George W. Carver Intermediate does better on math proficiency (78% vs 75%).
- •George W. Carver Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.9% vs 101.5%).
- •Harry E. James Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 14.1).
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 W. Carver Intermediate better than Harry E. James Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), George W. Carver Intermediate ranks higher (69.1 vs 63.6 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 W. Carver Intermediate and Harry E. James Elementary?
About 106 km in a straight line, between Chesapeake and Hopewell in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George W. Carver Intermediate: 535. Harry E. James Elementary: 535. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George W. Carver Intermediate and Harry E. James Elementary rank in Virginia?
George W. Carver Intermediate is 690th of 1,142 and Harry E. James Elementary is 877th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).