Riverheads Elementary vs Smith Station Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 139 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Riverheads Elementary
Staunton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
714 students
Smith Station Elementary
Fredericksburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
715 students
| Measure | Riverheads Elementary Staunton, Virginia | Smith Station Elementary Fredericksburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #599 of 1,142 | #581 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #10479 of 50,301 | #10342 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 714 | 715 |
| Enrollment | 714 | 715 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.8% | 72.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 91% |
| city | Staunton | Fredericksburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (71.2 vs 71.4).
- •Smith Station Elementary does better on math proficiency (91% vs 87%).
- •Smith Station Elementary does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 75%).
- •Smith Station Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.6% vs 72.8%).
- •Riverheads Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 16.6).
- •Smith Station Elementary is the larger school with 715 students compared with 714.
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 Riverheads Elementary better than Smith Station 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 Riverheads Elementary and Smith Station Elementary?
About 139 km in a straight line, between Staunton and Fredericksburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Riverheads Elementary: 714. Smith Station Elementary: 715. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Riverheads Elementary and Smith Station Elementary rank in Virginia?
Riverheads Elementary is 599th of 1,142 and Smith Station Elementary is 581st of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).