Rustburg Elementary vs Thomas C. McSwain Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 100 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rustburg Elementary
Rustburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
450 students
Thomas C. McSwain Elementary
Staunton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
449 students
| Measure | Rustburg Elementary Rustburg, Virginia | Thomas C. McSwain Elementary Staunton, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #579 of 1,142 | #559 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #10283 of 50,301 | #9965 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 450 | 449 |
| Enrollment | 450 | 449 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.3% | 84.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 84% | 90% |
| city | Rustburg | Staunton |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (71.5 vs 72.0).
- •Thomas C. McSwain Elementary does better on math proficiency (90% vs 84%).
- •Thomas C. McSwain Elementary does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 69%).
- •Rustburg Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.3% vs 84.9%).
- •Rustburg Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 14.5).
- •Rustburg Elementary is the larger school with 450 students compared with 449.
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 Rustburg Elementary better than Thomas C. McSwain 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 Rustburg Elementary and Thomas C. McSwain Elementary?
About 100 km in a straight line, between Rustburg and Staunton in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Rustburg Elementary: 450. Thomas C. McSwain Elementary: 449. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Rustburg Elementary and Thomas C. McSwain Elementary rank in Virginia?
Rustburg Elementary is 579th of 1,142 and Thomas C. McSwain Elementary is 559th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).