L.F. Palmer Elementary vs North Springfield Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 199 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
L.F. Palmer Elementary
Newport News · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
465 students
North Springfield Elementary
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
465 students
| Measure | L.F. Palmer Elementary Newport News, Virginia | North Springfield Elementary Springfield, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 85 Top 10% |
| State rank | #1030 of 1,142 | #258 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #21874 of 50,301 | #2687 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 465 | 465 |
| Enrollment | 465 | 465 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.3% | 54.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 10.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 86% |
| city | Newport News | Springfield |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Springfield Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.5 vs 54.7).
- •North Springfield Elementary does better on math proficiency (86% vs 75%).
- •North Springfield Elementary does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 64%).
- •North Springfield Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.4% vs 98.3%).
- •North Springfield Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 17.9).
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 L.F. Palmer Elementary better than North Springfield Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), North Springfield Elementary ranks higher (84.5 vs 54.7 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 L.F. Palmer Elementary and North Springfield Elementary?
About 199 km in a straight line, between Newport News and Springfield in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
L.F. Palmer Elementary: 465. North Springfield Elementary: 465. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do L.F. Palmer Elementary and North Springfield Elementary rank in Virginia?
L.F. Palmer Elementary is 1030th of 1,142 and North Springfield Elementary is 258th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).