George W. Carver Intermediate vs Riverdale Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 65 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
Riverdale Elementary
Courtland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
533 students
| Measure | George W. Carver Intermediate Chesapeake, Virginia | Riverdale Elementary Courtland, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #690 of 1,142 | #791 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #11931 of 50,301 | #13999 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 535 | 533 |
| Enrollment | 535 | 533 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.9% | 91.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 85% |
| city | Chesapeake | Courtland |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George W. Carver Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.1 vs 66.2).
- •Riverdale Elementary does better on math proficiency (85% vs 78%).
- •Riverdale Elementary does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 67%).
- •George W. Carver Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.9% vs 91.2%).
- •George W. Carver Intermediate does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 16.2).
- •George W. Carver Intermediate is the larger school with 535 students compared with 533.
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 Riverdale Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), George W. Carver Intermediate ranks higher (69.1 vs 66.2 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 W. Carver Intermediate and Riverdale Elementary?
About 65 km in a straight line, between Chesapeake and Courtland in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George W. Carver Intermediate: 535. Riverdale Elementary: 533. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George W. Carver Intermediate and Riverdale Elementary rank in Virginia?
George W. Carver Intermediate is 690th of 1,142 and Riverdale Elementary is 791st of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).