Simonsdale Elementary vs Westhaven Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Simonsdale Elementary
Portsmouth · Public elementary · Grades K–6
613 students
Westhaven Elementary
Portsmouth · Public elementary · Grades K–6
401 students
| Measure | Simonsdale Elementary Portsmouth, Virginia | Westhaven Elementary Portsmouth, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #896 of 1,142 | #1036 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #16129 of 50,301 | #22749 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 613 | 401 |
| Enrollment | 613 | 401 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 61% |
| city | Portsmouth | Portsmouth |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Simonsdale Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.0 vs 53.5).
- •Simonsdale Elementary does better on math proficiency (78% vs 61%).
- •Simonsdale Elementary does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 56%).
- •Simonsdale Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.5% vs 100%).
- •Westhaven Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 15.3).
- •Simonsdale Elementary is the larger school with 613 students compared with 401.
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 Simonsdale Elementary better than Westhaven Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Simonsdale Elementary ranks higher (63.0 vs 53.5 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 Simonsdale Elementary and Westhaven Elementary?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Portsmouth and Portsmouth in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Simonsdale Elementary: 613. Westhaven Elementary: 401. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Simonsdale Elementary and Westhaven Elementary rank in Virginia?
Simonsdale Elementary is 896th of 1,142 and Westhaven Elementary is 1036th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).