Highland Springs Elementary vs Jacob L. Adams Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Springs Elementary
Highland Springs · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
469 students
Jacob L. Adams Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
453 students
| Measure | Highland Springs Elementary Highland Springs, Virginia | Jacob L. Adams Elementary Richmond, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1074 of 1,142 | #940 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #26809 of 50,301 | #17432 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 469 | 453 |
| Enrollment | 469 | 453 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.3% | 89% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 69% |
| city | Highland Springs | Richmond |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jacob L. Adams Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.1 vs 47.5).
- •Jacob L. Adams Elementary does better on math proficiency (69% vs 53%).
- •Jacob L. Adams Elementary does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 48%).
- •Jacob L. Adams Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89% vs 89.3%).
- •Highland Springs Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.2).
- •Highland Springs Elementary is the larger school with 469 students compared with 453.
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 Highland Springs Elementary better than Jacob L. Adams Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Jacob L. Adams Elementary ranks higher (61.1 vs 47.5 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 Highland Springs Elementary and Jacob L. Adams Elementary?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Highland Springs and Richmond in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Springs Elementary: 469. Jacob L. Adams Elementary: 453. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Springs Elementary and Jacob L. Adams Elementary rank in Virginia?
Highland Springs Elementary is 1074th of 1,142 and Jacob L. Adams Elementary is 940th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).