Gretna Elementary vs Pleasants Lane Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 174 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gretna Elementary
Gretna · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
493 students
Pleasants Lane Elementary
Petersburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
493 students
| Measure | Gretna Elementary Gretna, Virginia | Pleasants Lane Elementary Petersburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #518 of 1,142 | #1026 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #9173 of 50,301 | #21340 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 493 | 493 |
| Enrollment | 493 | 493 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83% | 93.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 89% | 67% |
| city | Gretna | Petersburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gretna Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.1 vs 55.5).
- •Gretna Elementary does better on math proficiency (89% vs 67%).
- •Gretna Elementary does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 52%).
- •Gretna Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83% vs 93.1%).
- •Pleasants Lane Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 13.7).
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 Gretna Elementary better than Pleasants Lane Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Gretna Elementary ranks higher (73.1 vs 55.5 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 Gretna Elementary and Pleasants Lane Elementary?
About 174 km in a straight line, between Gretna and Petersburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gretna Elementary: 493. Pleasants Lane Elementary: 493. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gretna Elementary and Pleasants Lane Elementary rank in Virginia?
Gretna Elementary is 518th of 1,142 and Pleasants Lane Elementary is 1026th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).