Goochland Elementary vs Ruby F. Carver Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 26 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Goochland Elementary
Goochland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
509 students
Ruby F. Carver Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
509 students
| Measure | Goochland Elementary Goochland, Virginia | Ruby F. Carver Elementary Richmond, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #197 of 1,142 | #816 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #1930 of 50,301 | #14418 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 509 | 509 |
| Enrollment | 509 | 509 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 28.3% | 88% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 80% |
| city | Goochland | Richmond |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Goochland Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.2 vs 65.6).
- •Goochland Elementary does better on math proficiency (87% vs 80%).
- •Ruby F. Carver Elementary does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 77%).
- •Goochland Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.3% vs 88%).
- •Goochland Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 16.4).
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 Goochland Elementary better than Ruby F. Carver Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Goochland Elementary ranks higher (86.2 vs 65.6 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 Goochland Elementary and Ruby F. Carver Elementary?
About 26 km in a straight line, between Goochland and Richmond in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Goochland Elementary: 509. Ruby F. Carver Elementary: 509. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Goochland Elementary and Ruby F. Carver Elementary rank in Virginia?
Goochland Elementary is 197th of 1,142 and Ruby F. Carver Elementary is 816th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).