Glenkirk Elementary vs Kettle Run High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 6.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glenkirk Elementary
Gainesville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
554 students
Kettle Run High
Nokesville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,175 students
| Measure | Glenkirk Elementary Gainesville, Virginia | Kettle Run High Nokesville, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #220 of 1,142 | #26 of 317 |
| National rank | #2201 of 50,301 | #349 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 554 | 1,175 |
| Enrollment | 554 | 1,175 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.2% | 13.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 90% | 89% |
| Math proficiency | 92% | 79% |
| city | Gainesville | Nokesville |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kettle Run High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.3 vs 85.5).
- •Glenkirk Elementary does better on math proficiency (92% vs 79%).
- •Glenkirk Elementary does better on reading proficiency (90% vs 89%).
- •Kettle Run High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.5% vs 18.2%).
- •Kettle Run High does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 17.9).
- •Kettle Run High is the larger school with 1,175 students compared with 554.
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 Glenkirk Elementary better than Kettle Run High?
On the Success Index (US), Kettle Run High ranks higher (88.3 vs 85.5 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 Glenkirk Elementary and Kettle Run High?
About 6.9 km in a straight line, between Gainesville and Nokesville in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glenkirk Elementary: 554. Kettle Run High: 1,175. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glenkirk Elementary and Kettle Run High rank in Virginia?
Glenkirk Elementary is 220th of 1,142 and Kettle Run High is 26th of 317 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).