Ghent K-8 vs Kegotank Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 128 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ghent K-8
Norfolk · Public elementary · Grades K–8
501 students
Kegotank Elementary
Mappsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
501 students
| Measure | Ghent K-8 Norfolk, Virginia | Kegotank Elementary Mappsville, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #729 of 1,142 | #974 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #12656 of 50,301 | #18656 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 501 | 501 |
| Enrollment | 501 | 501 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 98% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 85% | 74% |
| city | Norfolk | Mappsville |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ghent K-8 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.1 vs 59.3).
- •Ghent K-8 does better on math proficiency (85% vs 74%).
- •Ghent K-8 does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 63%).
- •Kegotank Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98% vs 99.4%).
- •Ghent K-8 does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 14.3).
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 Ghent K-8 better than Kegotank Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ghent K-8 ranks higher (68.1 vs 59.3 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 Ghent K-8 and Kegotank Elementary?
About 128 km in a straight line, between Norfolk and Mappsville in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ghent K-8: 501. Kegotank Elementary: 501. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ghent K-8 and Kegotank Elementary rank in Virginia?
Ghent K-8 is 729th of 1,142 and Kegotank Elementary is 974th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).