Luther W. Machen Elementary vs Mary S. Peake Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Luther W. Machen Elementary
Hampton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
430 students
Mary S. Peake Elementary
Hampton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
404 students
| Measure | Luther W. Machen Elementary Hampton, Virginia | Mary S. Peake Elementary Hampton, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1017 of 1,142 | #887 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #20598 of 50,301 | #15929 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 430 | 404 |
| Enrollment | 430 | 404 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.1% | 92.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 77% |
| city | Hampton | Hampton |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mary S. Peake Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.3 vs 56.5).
- •Mary S. Peake Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 72%).
- •Mary S. Peake Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 56%).
- •Mary S. Peake Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.3% vs 95.1%).
- •Mary S. Peake Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 13.9).
- •Luther W. Machen Elementary is the larger school with 430 students compared with 404.
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 Luther W. Machen Elementary better than Mary S. Peake Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Mary S. Peake Elementary ranks higher (63.3 vs 56.5 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 Luther W. Machen Elementary and Mary S. Peake Elementary?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Hampton and Hampton in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Luther W. Machen Elementary: 430. Mary S. Peake Elementary: 404. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Luther W. Machen Elementary and Mary S. Peake Elementary rank in Virginia?
Luther W. Machen Elementary is 1017th of 1,142 and Mary S. Peake Elementary is 887th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).