J.B. Fisher Elementary vs Southampton Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 4.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J.B. Fisher Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
285 students
Southampton Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
473 students
| Measure | J.B. Fisher Elementary Richmond, Virginia | Southampton Elementary Richmond, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1061 of 1,142 | #1055 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #25248 of 50,301 | #24493 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 285 | 473 |
| Enrollment | 285 | 473 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100.7% | 98.3% |
| Students per teacher | 20.4 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 62% |
| city | Richmond | Richmond |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southampton Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.0 vs 49.9).
- •J.B. Fisher Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 62%).
- •J.B. Fisher Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •Southampton Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.3% vs 100.7%).
- •Southampton Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 20.4).
- •Southampton Elementary is the larger school with 473 students compared with 285.
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.B. Fisher Elementary better than Southampton Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Southampton Elementary ranks higher (51.0 vs 49.9 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.B. Fisher Elementary and Southampton Elementary?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Richmond in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J.B. Fisher Elementary: 285. Southampton Elementary: 473. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J.B. Fisher Elementary and Southampton Elementary rank in Virginia?
J.B. Fisher Elementary is 1061st of 1,142 and Southampton Elementary is 1055th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).