Jackson Davis Elementary vs Riverdale Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 116 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
Riverdale Elementary
Courtland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
533 students
| Measure | Jackson Davis Elementary Richmond, Virginia | Riverdale Elementary Courtland, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #691 of 1,142 | #791 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #11938 of 50,301 | #13999 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 535 | 533 |
| Enrollment | 535 | 533 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.4% | 91.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 88% | 85% |
| city | Richmond | Courtland |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jackson Davis Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.1 vs 66.2).
- •Jackson Davis Elementary does better on math proficiency (88% vs 85%).
- •Jackson Davis Elementary does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 79%).
- •Jackson Davis Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.4% vs 91.2%).
- •Jackson Davis Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 16.2).
- •Jackson Davis Elementary is the larger school with 535 students compared with 533.
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 Riverdale Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Jackson Davis Elementary ranks higher (69.1 vs 66.2 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 Riverdale Elementary?
About 116 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Courtland in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson Davis Elementary: 535. Riverdale Elementary: 533. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson Davis Elementary and Riverdale Elementary rank in Virginia?
Jackson Davis Elementary is 691st of 1,142 and Riverdale Elementary is 791st of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).