Cashell Donahoe Elementary vs Fairfield Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 6.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cashell Donahoe Elementary
Sandston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
526 students
Fairfield Middle
Richmond · Public middle · Grades 6–8
936 students
| Measure | Cashell Donahoe Elementary Sandston, Virginia | Fairfield Middle Richmond, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1040 of 1,142 | #298 of 340 |
| National rank | #23300 of 50,301 | #5084 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 526 | 936 |
| Enrollment | 526 | 936 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.2% | 91% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 68% |
| city | Sandston | Richmond |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fairfield Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.8 vs 52.6).
- •Fairfield Middle does better on math proficiency (68% vs 65%).
- •Fairfield Middle does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 53%).
- •Cashell Donahoe Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.2% vs 91%).
- •Fairfield Middle does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 15.0).
- •Fairfield Middle is the larger school with 936 students compared with 526.
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 Cashell Donahoe Elementary better than Fairfield Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Fairfield Middle ranks higher (61.8 vs 52.6 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 Cashell Donahoe Elementary and Fairfield Middle?
About 6.0 km in a straight line, between Sandston and Richmond in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cashell Donahoe Elementary: 526. Fairfield Middle: 936. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cashell Donahoe Elementary and Fairfield Middle rank in Virginia?
Cashell Donahoe Elementary is 1040th of 1,142 and Fairfield Middle is 298th of 340 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).