J.A. Chalkley Elementary vs Laurel Ridge Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 151 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J.A. Chalkley Elementary
Chesterfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
835 students
Laurel Ridge Elementary
Fairfax · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
835 students
| Measure | J.A. Chalkley Elementary Chesterfield, Virginia | Laurel Ridge Elementary Fairfax, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 91 Top 5% |
| State rank | #637 of 1,142 | #55 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #11091 of 50,301 | #541 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 835 | 835 |
| Enrollment | 835 | 835 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.7% | 9.7% |
| Students per teacher | 9.5 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 89% |
| city | Chesterfield | Fairfax |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Laurel Ridge Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (91.2 vs 70.3).
- •Laurel Ridge Elementary does better on math proficiency (89% vs 75%).
- •Laurel Ridge Elementary does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 62%).
- •Laurel Ridge Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.7% vs 77.7%).
- •J.A. Chalkley Elementary does better on students per teacher (9.5 vs 14.2).
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 J.A. Chalkley Elementary better than Laurel Ridge Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Laurel Ridge Elementary ranks higher (91.2 vs 70.3 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 J.A. Chalkley Elementary and Laurel Ridge Elementary?
About 151 km in a straight line, between Chesterfield and Fairfax in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J.A. Chalkley Elementary: 835. Laurel Ridge Elementary: 835. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J.A. Chalkley Elementary and Laurel Ridge Elementary rank in Virginia?
J.A. Chalkley Elementary is 637th of 1,142 and Laurel Ridge Elementary is 55th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).