Gilbert Linkous Elementary vs Kipps Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gilbert Linkous Elementary
Blacksburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
292 students
Kipps Elementary
Blacksburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
358 students
| Measure | Gilbert Linkous Elementary Blacksburg, Virginia | Kipps Elementary Blacksburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 90 Top 5% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #79 of 1,142 | #103 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #731 of 50,301 | #913 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 292 | 358 |
| Enrollment | 292 | 358 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 28.8% | 23.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 88% |
| city | Blacksburg | Blacksburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (90.2 vs 89.4).
- •Kipps Elementary does better on math proficiency (88% vs 87%).
- •Kipps Elementary does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 82%).
- •Kipps Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.2% vs 28.8%).
- •Gilbert Linkous Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 13.8).
- •Kipps Elementary is the larger school with 358 students compared with 292.
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 Gilbert Linkous Elementary better than Kipps Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Gilbert Linkous Elementary and Kipps Elementary?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Blacksburg and Blacksburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gilbert Linkous Elementary: 292. Kipps Elementary: 358. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gilbert Linkous Elementary and Kipps Elementary rank in Virginia?
Gilbert Linkous Elementary is 79th of 1,142 and Kipps Elementary is 103rd of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).