North Springfield Elementary vs Parkway Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 242 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Springfield Elementary
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
465 students
Parkway Elementary
Virginia Beach · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
465 students
| Measure | North Springfield Elementary Springfield, Virginia | Parkway Elementary Virginia Beach, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 10% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #258 of 1,142 | #480 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #2687 of 50,301 | #8531 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 | 54.4% | 85.2% |
| Students per teacher | 10.1 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 86% | 82% |
| city | Springfield | Virginia Beach |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Springfield Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.5 vs 74.1).
- •North Springfield Elementary does better on math proficiency (86% vs 82%).
- •North Springfield Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.4% vs 85.2%).
- •North Springfield Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 11.6).
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 North Springfield Elementary better than Parkway Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), North Springfield Elementary ranks higher (84.5 vs 74.1 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 North Springfield Elementary and Parkway Elementary?
About 242 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Virginia Beach in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Springfield Elementary: 465. Parkway Elementary: 465. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Springfield Elementary and Parkway Elementary rank in Virginia?
North Springfield Elementary is 258th of 1,142 and Parkway Elementary is 480th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).