J.B. Watkins Elementary vs W.W. Gordon Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 3.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J.B. Watkins Elementary
Midlothian · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
913 students
W.W. Gordon Elementary
North Chesterfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
628 students
| Measure | J.B. Watkins Elementary Midlothian, Virginia | W.W. Gordon Elementary North Chesterfield, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #166 of 1,142 | #190 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #1551 of 50,301 | #1841 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 913 | 628 |
| Enrollment | 913 | 628 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.5% | 17.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 91% | 86% |
| Math proficiency | 95% | 90% |
| city | Midlothian | North Chesterfield |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (87.3 vs 86.5).
- •J.B. Watkins Elementary does better on math proficiency (95% vs 90%).
- •J.B. Watkins Elementary does better on reading proficiency (91% vs 86%).
- •J.B. Watkins Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.5% vs 17.7%).
- •W.W. Gordon Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 16.6).
- •J.B. Watkins Elementary is the larger school with 913 students compared with 628.
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. Watkins Elementary better than W.W. Gordon Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are J.B. Watkins Elementary and W.W. Gordon Elementary?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Midlothian and North Chesterfield in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J.B. Watkins Elementary: 913. W.W. Gordon Elementary: 628. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J.B. Watkins Elementary and W.W. Gordon Elementary rank in Virginia?
J.B. Watkins Elementary is 166th of 1,142 and W.W. Gordon Elementary is 190th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).