Paul Burbank Elementary vs William Mason Cooper Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Paul Burbank Elementary
Hampton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
432 students
William Mason Cooper Elementary
Hampton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
386 students
| Measure | Paul Burbank Elementary Hampton, Virginia | William Mason Cooper Elementary Hampton, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #823 of 1,142 | #801 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #14548 of 50,301 | #14145 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 432 | 386 |
| Enrollment | 432 | 386 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.7% | 95.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 77% |
| city | Hampton | Hampton |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (65.4 vs 66.0).
- •William Mason Cooper Elementary does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 72%).
- •Paul Burbank Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.7% vs 95.3%).
- •William Mason Cooper Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 14.4).
- •Paul Burbank Elementary is the larger school with 432 students compared with 386.
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 Paul Burbank Elementary better than William Mason Cooper 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 Paul Burbank Elementary and William Mason Cooper Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Hampton and Hampton in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Paul Burbank Elementary: 432. William Mason Cooper Elementary: 386. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Paul Burbank Elementary and William Mason Cooper Elementary rank in Virginia?
Paul Burbank Elementary is 823rd of 1,142 and William Mason Cooper Elementary is 801st of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).