Smithland Elementary vs Waterman Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Smithland Elementary
Harrisonburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
514 students
Waterman Elementary
Harrisonburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
557 students
| Measure | Smithland Elementary Harrisonburg, Virginia | Waterman Elementary Harrisonburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1033 of 1,142 | #912 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #22180 of 50,301 | #16559 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 514 | 557 |
| Enrollment | 514 | 557 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 110.3% | 87.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 74% |
| city | Harrisonburg | Harrisonburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Waterman Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.4 vs 54.3).
- •Waterman Elementary does better on math proficiency (74% vs 71%).
- •Waterman Elementary does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 56%).
- •Waterman Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.1% vs 110.3%).
- •Smithland Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 14.7).
- •Waterman Elementary is the larger school with 557 students compared with 514.
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 Smithland Elementary better than Waterman Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Waterman Elementary ranks higher (62.4 vs 54.3 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 Smithland Elementary and Waterman Elementary?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Harrisonburg and Harrisonburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Smithland Elementary: 514. Waterman Elementary: 557. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Smithland Elementary and Waterman Elementary rank in Virginia?
Smithland Elementary is 1033rd of 1,142 and Waterman Elementary is 912th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).