Meherrin Powellton Elementary vs Totaro Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Meherrin Powellton Elementary
Lawrenceville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
177 students
Totaro Elementary
Lawrenceville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
295 students
| Measure | Meherrin Powellton Elementary Lawrenceville, Virginia | Totaro Elementary Lawrenceville, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #993 of 1,142 | #1099 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #19370 of 50,301 | #30668 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 177 | 295 |
| Enrollment | 177 | 295 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 101.1% | 102.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 67% |
| city | Lawrenceville | Lawrenceville |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Meherrin Powellton Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.3 vs 42.0).
- •Meherrin Powellton Elementary does better on math proficiency (82% vs 67%).
- •Meherrin Powellton Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Meherrin Powellton Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (101.1% vs 102.4%).
- •Meherrin Powellton Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 17.4).
- •Totaro Elementary is the larger school with 295 students compared with 177.
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 Meherrin Powellton Elementary better than Totaro Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Meherrin Powellton Elementary ranks higher (58.3 vs 42.0 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 Meherrin Powellton Elementary and Totaro Elementary?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Lawrenceville and Lawrenceville in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Meherrin Powellton Elementary: 177. Totaro Elementary: 295. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Meherrin Powellton Elementary and Totaro Elementary rank in Virginia?
Meherrin Powellton Elementary is 993rd of 1,142 and Totaro Elementary is 1099th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).