Cougar Elementary vs Hugh Mercer Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 51 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cougar Elementary
Manassas Park · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
857 students
Hugh Mercer Elementary
Fredericksburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
859 students
| Measure | Cougar Elementary Manassas Park, Virginia | Hugh Mercer Elementary Fredericksburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1121 of 1,142 | #1135 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #35372 of 50,301 | #41762 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 857 | 859 |
| Enrollment | 857 | 859 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.4% | 90.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Manassas Park | Fredericksburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cougar Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.8 vs 24.9).
- •Cougar Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.4% vs 90.3%).
- •Cougar Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 15.9).
- •Hugh Mercer Elementary is the larger school with 859 students compared with 857.
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 Cougar Elementary better than Hugh Mercer Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Cougar Elementary ranks higher (34.8 vs 24.9 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 Cougar Elementary and Hugh Mercer Elementary?
About 51 km in a straight line, between Manassas Park and Fredericksburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cougar Elementary: 857. Hugh Mercer Elementary: 859. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cougar Elementary and Hugh Mercer Elementary rank in Virginia?
Cougar Elementary is 1121st of 1,142 and Hugh Mercer Elementary is 1135th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).