Blair Middle vs James Monroe Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 949 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blair Middle
Norfolk · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,141 students
James Monroe Elementary
Norfolk · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
299 students
| Measure | Blair Middle Norfolk, Virginia | James Monroe Elementary Norfolk, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #311 of 340 | #1119 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #5675 of 15,369 | #35270 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,141 | 299 |
| Enrollment | 1,141 | 299 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.3% | 99.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 42% |
| city | Norfolk | Norfolk |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Blair Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.1 vs 35.0).
- •Blair Middle does better on math proficiency (63% vs 42%).
- •Blair Middle does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 37%).
- •Blair Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.3% vs 99.7%).
- •James Monroe Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 14.8).
- •Blair Middle is the larger school with 1,141 students compared with 299.
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 Blair Middle better than James Monroe Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Blair Middle ranks higher (59.1 vs 35.0 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 Blair Middle and James Monroe Elementary?
About 949 m in a straight line, between Norfolk and Norfolk in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blair Middle: 1,141. James Monroe Elementary: 299. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blair Middle and James Monroe Elementary rank in Virginia?
Blair Middle is 311th of 340 and James Monroe Elementary is 1119th of 1,142 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).