Riverside Elementary vs Washington Mill Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Riverside Elementary
Alexandria · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
741 students
Washington Mill Elementary
Alexandria · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
592 students
| Measure | Riverside Elementary Alexandria, Virginia | Washington Mill Elementary Alexandria, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #856 of 1,142 | #836 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #15204 of 50,301 | #14826 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 741 | 592 |
| Enrollment | 741 | 592 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.3% | 78.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 72% |
| city | Alexandria | Alexandria |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (64.4 vs 65.0).
- •Riverside Elementary does better on math proficiency (74% vs 72%).
- •Washington Mill Elementary does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 65%).
- •Washington Mill Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.9% vs 80.3%).
- •Riverside Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 14.8).
- •Riverside Elementary is the larger school with 741 students compared with 592.
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 Riverside Elementary better than Washington Mill 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 Riverside Elementary and Washington Mill Elementary?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Alexandria and Alexandria in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Riverside Elementary: 741. Washington Mill Elementary: 592. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Riverside Elementary and Washington Mill Elementary rank in Virginia?
Riverside Elementary is 856th of 1,142 and Washington Mill Elementary is 836th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).