Laurel Lane Elementary vs Matthew Whaley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 3.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Laurel Lane Elementary
Williamsburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
526 students
Matthew Whaley Elementary
Williamsburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
485 students
| Measure | Laurel Lane Elementary Williamsburg, Virginia | Matthew Whaley Elementary Williamsburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #409 of 1,142 | #536 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #6889 of 50,301 | #9458 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 526 | 485 |
| Enrollment | 526 | 485 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.6% | 63.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 88% | 77% |
| city | Williamsburg | Williamsburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Laurel Lane Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.7 vs 72.7).
- •Laurel Lane Elementary does better on math proficiency (88% vs 77%).
- •Laurel Lane Elementary does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 72%).
- •Matthew Whaley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.9% vs 73.6%).
- •Laurel Lane Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 14.3).
- •Laurel Lane Elementary is the larger school with 526 students compared with 485.
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 Laurel Lane Elementary better than Matthew Whaley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Laurel Lane Elementary ranks higher (76.7 vs 72.7 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 Laurel Lane Elementary and Matthew Whaley Elementary?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Williamsburg and Williamsburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Laurel Lane Elementary: 526. Matthew Whaley Elementary: 485. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Laurel Lane Elementary and Matthew Whaley Elementary rank in Virginia?
Laurel Lane Elementary is 409th of 1,142 and Matthew Whaley Elementary is 536th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).