Athens Elementary School vs Melrose Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in West Virginia, United States, 5.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Athens Elementary School
Athens · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
233 students
Melrose Elementary School
Princeton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
239 students
| Measure | Athens Elementary School Athens, West Virginia | Melrose Elementary School Princeton, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #24 of 390 | #300 of 390 |
| National rank | #7498 of 50,301 | #31880 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 233 | 239 |
| Enrollment | 233 | 239 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 42% |
| city | Athens | Princeton |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Athens Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.7 vs 40.1).
- •Athens Elementary School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 42%).
- •Athens Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 15.9).
- •Melrose Elementary School is the larger school with 239 students compared with 233.
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 Athens Elementary School better than Melrose Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Athens Elementary School ranks higher (75.7 vs 40.1 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 Athens Elementary School and Melrose Elementary School?
About 5.0 km in a straight line, between Athens and Princeton in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Athens Elementary School: 233. Melrose Elementary School: 239. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Athens Elementary School and Melrose Elementary School rank in West Virginia?
Athens Elementary School is 24th of 390 and Melrose Elementary School is 300th of 390 among elementary schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).