Potowmack Elementary vs Ravensworth Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 30 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Potowmack Elementary
Sterling · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
568 students
Ravensworth Elementary
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
568 students
| Measure | Potowmack Elementary Sterling, Virginia | Ravensworth Elementary Springfield, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #578 of 1,142 | #154 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #10281 of 50,301 | #1441 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 568 | 568 |
| Enrollment | 568 | 568 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.2% | 18.1% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 80% | 89% |
| city | Sterling | Springfield |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ravensworth Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.6 vs 71.5).
- •Ravensworth Elementary does better on math proficiency (89% vs 80%).
- •Ravensworth Elementary does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 68%).
- •Ravensworth Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.1% vs 85.2%).
- •Potowmack Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 15.4).
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 Potowmack Elementary better than Ravensworth Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ravensworth Elementary ranks higher (87.6 vs 71.5 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 Potowmack Elementary and Ravensworth Elementary?
About 30 km in a straight line, between Sterling and Springfield in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Potowmack Elementary: 568. Ravensworth Elementary: 568. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Potowmack Elementary and Ravensworth Elementary rank in Virginia?
Potowmack Elementary is 578th of 1,142 and Ravensworth Elementary is 154th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).