Gunston Middle vs Oakridge Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 264 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gunston Middle
Arlington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,072 students
Oakridge Elementary
Arlington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
636 students
| Measure | Gunston Middle Arlington, Virginia | Oakridge Elementary Arlington, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 85 Top 10% |
| State rank | #88 of 340 | #259 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #1000 of 15,369 | #2688 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,072 | 636 |
| Enrollment | 1,072 | 636 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32% | 31.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 85% |
| city | Arlington | Arlington |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Oakridge Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.5 vs 83.2).
- •Oakridge Elementary does better on math proficiency (85% vs 82%).
- •Oakridge Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.9% vs 32%).
- •Oakridge Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 15.8).
- •Gunston Middle is the larger school with 1,072 students compared with 636.
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 Gunston Middle better than Oakridge Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Oakridge Elementary ranks higher (84.5 vs 83.2 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 Gunston Middle and Oakridge Elementary?
About 264 m in a straight line, between Arlington and Arlington in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gunston Middle: 1,072. Oakridge Elementary: 636. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gunston Middle and Oakridge Elementary rank in Virginia?
Gunston Middle is 88th of 340 and Oakridge Elementary is 259th of 1,142 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).