Occohannock Elementary vs Pungoteague Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Occohannock Elementary
Exmore · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
385 students
Pungoteague Elementary
Melfa · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
452 students
| Measure | Occohannock Elementary Exmore, Virginia | Pungoteague Elementary Melfa, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #922 of 1,142 | #923 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #16810 of 50,301 | #16879 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 385 | 452 |
| Enrollment | 385 | 452 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100.3% | 101.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 82% |
| city | Exmore | Melfa |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (62.0 vs 61.9).
- •Pungoteague Elementary does better on math proficiency (82% vs 68%).
- •Occohannock Elementary does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 67%).
- •Occohannock Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (100.3% vs 101.1%).
- •Occohannock Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 13.7).
- •Pungoteague Elementary is the larger school with 452 students compared with 385.
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 Occohannock Elementary better than Pungoteague Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Occohannock Elementary and Pungoteague Elementary?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Exmore and Melfa in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Occohannock Elementary: 385. Pungoteague Elementary: 452. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Occohannock Elementary and Pungoteague Elementary rank in Virginia?
Occohannock Elementary is 922nd of 1,142 and Pungoteague Elementary is 923rd of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).