George W. Watkins Elementary vs Horizon Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 170 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George W. Watkins Elementary
Quinton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
510 students
Horizon Elementary
Sterling · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
510 students
| Measure | George W. Watkins Elementary Quinton, Virginia | Horizon Elementary Sterling, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #194 of 1,142 | #121 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #1862 of 50,301 | #1094 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 510 | 510 |
| Enrollment | 510 | 510 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.1% | 32% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 89% | 83% |
| city | Quinton | Sterling |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Horizon Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.7 vs 86.4).
- •George W. Watkins Elementary does better on math proficiency (89% vs 83%).
- •George W. Watkins Elementary does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 78%).
- •George W. Watkins Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.1% vs 32%).
- •Horizon Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 14.6).
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. Watkins Elementary better than Horizon Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Horizon Elementary ranks higher (88.7 vs 86.4 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. Watkins Elementary and Horizon Elementary?
About 170 km in a straight line, between Quinton and Sterling in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George W. Watkins Elementary: 510. Horizon Elementary: 510. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George W. Watkins Elementary and Horizon Elementary rank in Virginia?
George W. Watkins Elementary is 194th of 1,142 and Horizon Elementary is 121st of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).