Georgetown Primary vs James K. Polk Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 237 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Georgetown Primary
Chesapeake · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
804 students
James K. Polk Elementary
Alexandria · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
804 students
| Measure | Georgetown Primary Chesapeake, Virginia | James K. Polk Elementary Alexandria, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #563 of 1,142 | #894 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #10057 of 50,301 | #16102 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 804 | 804 |
| Enrollment | 804 | 804 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.6% | 75.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 92% | 76% |
| city | Chesapeake | Alexandria |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Georgetown Primary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.8 vs 63.0).
- •Georgetown Primary does better on math proficiency (92% vs 76%).
- •Georgetown Primary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 67%).
- •Georgetown Primary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.6% vs 75.7%).
- •Georgetown Primary does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 17.1).
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 Georgetown Primary better than James K. Polk Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Georgetown Primary ranks higher (71.8 vs 63.0 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 Georgetown Primary and James K. Polk Elementary?
About 237 km in a straight line, between Chesapeake and Alexandria in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Georgetown Primary: 804. James K. Polk Elementary: 804. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Georgetown Primary and James K. Polk Elementary rank in Virginia?
Georgetown Primary is 563rd of 1,142 and James K. Polk Elementary is 894th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).