Covington-Harper Elementary vs Potomac Shores Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 923 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Covington-Harper Elementary
Dumfries · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
1,025 students
Potomac Shores Middle
Dumfries · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,229 students
| Measure | Covington-Harper Elementary Dumfries, Virginia | Potomac Shores Middle Dumfries, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #789 of 1,142 | #337 of 340 |
| National rank | #13884 of 50,301 | #10766 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,025 | 1,229 |
| Enrollment | 1,025 | 1,229 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.2% | 69.7% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | – |
| Math proficiency | 78% | – |
| city | Dumfries | Dumfries |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Covington-Harper Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.3 vs 35.5).
- •Potomac Shores Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.7% vs 70.2%).
- •Potomac Shores Middle does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 19.0).
- •Potomac Shores Middle is the larger school with 1,229 students compared with 1,025.
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 Covington-Harper Elementary better than Potomac Shores Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Covington-Harper Elementary ranks higher (66.3 vs 35.5 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 Covington-Harper Elementary and Potomac Shores Middle?
About 923 m in a straight line, between Dumfries and Dumfries in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Covington-Harper Elementary: 1,025. Potomac Shores Middle: 1,229. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Covington-Harper Elementary and Potomac Shores Middle rank in Virginia?
Covington-Harper Elementary is 789th of 1,142 and Potomac Shores Middle is 337th of 340 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).