Hamlin PK-8 vs South Jefferson Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in West Virginia, United States, 377 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hamlin PK-8
Hamlin · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
454 students
South Jefferson Elementary School
Charles Town · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
453 students
| Measure | Hamlin PK-8 Hamlin, West Virginia | South Jefferson Elementary School Charles Town, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #304 of 390 | #270 of 390 |
| National rank | #32046 of 50,301 | #28952 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 454 | 453 |
| Enrollment | 454 | 453 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 50% |
| city | Hamlin | Charles Town |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Jefferson Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.5 vs 39.8).
- •South Jefferson Elementary School does better on math proficiency (50% vs 33%).
- •Hamlin PK-8 does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 17.4).
- •Hamlin PK-8 is the larger school with 454 students compared with 453.
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 Hamlin PK-8 better than South Jefferson Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), South Jefferson Elementary School ranks higher (44.5 vs 39.8 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 Hamlin PK-8 and South Jefferson Elementary School?
About 377 km in a straight line, between Hamlin and Charles Town in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hamlin PK-8: 454. South Jefferson Elementary School: 453. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hamlin PK-8 and South Jefferson Elementary School rank in West Virginia?
Hamlin PK-8 is 304th of 390 and South Jefferson Elementary School is 270th of 390 among elementary schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).