Groveton Elementary vs West Potomac High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Groveton Elementary
Alexandria · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
764 students
West Potomac High
Alexandria · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,710 students
| Measure | Groveton Elementary Alexandria, Virginia | West Potomac High Alexandria, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #991 of 1,142 | #117 of 317 |
| National rank | #19280 of 50,301 | #2090 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 764 | 2,710 |
| Enrollment | 764 | 2,710 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.6% | 48.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 74% |
| city | Alexandria | Alexandria |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Potomac High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.3 vs 58.4).
- •West Potomac High does better on math proficiency (74% vs 72%).
- •West Potomac High does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 54%).
- •West Potomac High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.6% vs 83.6%).
- •West Potomac High does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 14.1).
- •West Potomac High is the larger school with 2,710 students compared with 764.
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 Groveton Elementary better than West Potomac High?
On the Success Index (US), West Potomac High ranks higher (75.3 vs 58.4 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 Groveton Elementary and West Potomac High?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Alexandria and Alexandria in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Groveton Elementary: 764. West Potomac High: 2,710. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Groveton Elementary and West Potomac High rank in Virginia?
Groveton Elementary is 991st of 1,142 and West Potomac High is 117th of 317 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).