Jamestown High vs Matoaka Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jamestown High
Williamsburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,243 students
Matoaka Elementary
Williamsburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
595 students
| Measure | Jamestown High Williamsburg, Virginia | Matoaka Elementary Williamsburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 5% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #62 of 317 | #149 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #812 of 16,910 | #1363 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,243 | 595 |
| Enrollment | 1,243 | 595 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.9% | 23.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 92% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 88% | 91% |
| city | Williamsburg | Williamsburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Matoaka Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.8 vs 83.6).
- •Matoaka Elementary does better on math proficiency (91% vs 88%).
- •Jamestown High does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 85%).
- •Matoaka Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.5% vs 24.9%).
- •Matoaka Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 17.3).
- •Jamestown High is the larger school with 1,243 students compared with 595.
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 Jamestown High better than Matoaka Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Matoaka Elementary ranks higher (87.8 vs 83.6 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 Jamestown High and Matoaka Elementary?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Williamsburg and Williamsburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jamestown High: 1,243. Matoaka Elementary: 595. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jamestown High and Matoaka Elementary rank in Virginia?
Jamestown High is 62nd of 317 and Matoaka Elementary is 149th of 1,142 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).