Jackson Davis Elementary vs Pemberton Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jackson Davis Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
535 students
Pemberton Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
344 students
| Measure | Jackson Davis Elementary Richmond, Virginia | Pemberton Elementary Richmond, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #691 of 1,142 | #122 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #11938 of 50,301 | #1099 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 535 | 344 |
| Enrollment | 535 | 344 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.4% | 24.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 88% | 87% |
| city | Richmond | Richmond |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pemberton Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.7 vs 69.1).
- •Jackson Davis Elementary does better on math proficiency (88% vs 87%).
- •Jackson Davis Elementary does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 82%).
- •Pemberton Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.1% vs 88.4%).
- •Pemberton Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 15.7).
- •Jackson Davis Elementary is the larger school with 535 students compared with 344.
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 Jackson Davis Elementary better than Pemberton Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Pemberton Elementary ranks higher (88.7 vs 69.1 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 Jackson Davis Elementary and Pemberton Elementary?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Richmond in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson Davis Elementary: 535. Pemberton Elementary: 344. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson Davis Elementary and Pemberton Elementary rank in Virginia?
Jackson Davis Elementary is 691st of 1,142 and Pemberton Elementary is 122nd of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).