Randolph Elementary vs Sterling Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 31 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Randolph Elementary
Arlington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
430 students
Sterling Elementary
Sterling · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
430 students
| Measure | Randolph Elementary Arlington, Virginia | Sterling Elementary Sterling, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #374 of 1,142 | #908 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #5984 of 50,301 | #16346 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 430 | 430 |
| Enrollment | 430 | 430 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.9% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 9.8 | 9.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 73% |
| city | Arlington | Sterling |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Randolph Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.3 vs 62.7).
- •Randolph Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 73%).
- •Randolph Elementary does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 60%).
- •Randolph Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.9% vs 99.3%).
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 Randolph Elementary better than Sterling Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Randolph Elementary ranks higher (78.3 vs 62.7 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 Randolph Elementary and Sterling Elementary?
About 31 km in a straight line, between Arlington and Sterling in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Randolph Elementary: 430. Sterling Elementary: 430. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Randolph Elementary and Sterling Elementary rank in Virginia?
Randolph Elementary is 374th of 1,142 and Sterling Elementary is 908th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).