Arlington Community High vs Dorothy Hamm Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arlington Community High
Arlington · Public high · Grades 9–12
156 students
Dorothy Hamm Middle
Arlington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
989 students
| Measure | Arlington Community High Arlington, Virginia | Dorothy Hamm Middle Arlington, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #122 of 317 | #120 of 340 |
| National rank | #2289 of 16,910 | #1784 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 156 | 989 |
| Enrollment | 156 | 989 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 18.9% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | – |
| Math proficiency | 75% | – |
| city | Arlington | Arlington |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dorothy Hamm Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.2 vs 74.2).
- •Dorothy Hamm Middle does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 19.5).
- •Dorothy Hamm Middle is the larger school with 989 students compared with 156.
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 Arlington Community High better than Dorothy Hamm Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Dorothy Hamm Middle ranks higher (78.2 vs 74.2 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 Arlington Community High and Dorothy Hamm Middle?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Arlington and Arlington in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arlington Community High: 156. Dorothy Hamm Middle: 989. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arlington Community High and Dorothy Hamm Middle rank in Virginia?
Arlington Community High is 122nd of 317 and Dorothy Hamm Middle is 120th of 340 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).