Alderson Elementary vs Big Otter Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in West Virginia, United States, 102 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alderson Elementary
Alderson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
186 students
Big Otter Elementary School
Duck · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
184 students
| Measure | Alderson Elementary Alderson, West Virginia | Big Otter Elementary School Duck, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #96 of 390 | #156 of 390 |
| National rank | #15960 of 50,301 | #20572 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 186 | 184 |
| Enrollment | 186 | 184 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 52% |
| city | Alderson | Duck |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alderson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.2 vs 56.5).
- •Alderson Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 14.2).
- •Alderson Elementary is the larger school with 186 students compared with 184.
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 Alderson Elementary better than Big Otter Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Alderson Elementary ranks higher (63.2 vs 56.5 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 Alderson Elementary and Big Otter Elementary School?
About 102 km in a straight line, between Alderson and Duck in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alderson Elementary: 186. Big Otter Elementary School: 184. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alderson Elementary and Big Otter Elementary School rank in West Virginia?
Alderson Elementary is 96th of 390 and Big Otter Elementary School is 156th of 390 among elementary schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).