Kate Waller Barrett Elementary vs North Star Early Childhood Education Center
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kate Waller Barrett Elementary
Stafford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
838 students
North Star Early Childhood Education Center
Stafford · Public other · Grades PK–PK
264 students
| Measure | Kate Waller Barrett Elementary Stafford, Virginia | North Star Early Childhood Education Center Stafford, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #663 of 1,142 | – |
| National rank | #11466 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 838 | 264 |
| Enrollment | 838 | 264 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.2% | 98.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 8.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | – |
| Math proficiency | 85% | – |
| city | Stafford | Stafford |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kate Waller Barrett Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.2% vs 98.9%).
- •North Star Early Childhood Education Center does better on students per teacher (8.5 vs 14.4).
- •Kate Waller Barrett Elementary is the larger school with 838 students compared with 264.
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 Kate Waller Barrett Elementary better than North Star Early Childhood Education Center?
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 Kate Waller Barrett Elementary and North Star Early Childhood Education Center?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Stafford and Stafford in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kate Waller Barrett Elementary: 838. North Star Early Childhood Education Center: 264. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kate Waller Barrett Elementary and North Star Early Childhood Education Center rank in Virginia?
Kate Waller Barrett Elementary is 663rd of 1,142 and North Star Early Childhood Education Center is unranked among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).