Daniels Run Elementary vs Hovatter Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 26 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Daniels Run Elementary
Fairfax · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
811 students
Hovatter Elementary
Aldie · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
810 students
| Measure | Daniels Run Elementary Fairfax, Virginia | Hovatter Elementary Aldie, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #355 of 1,142 | #324 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #5469 of 50,301 | #4310 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 811 | 810 |
| Enrollment | 811 | 810 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.7% | 3.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | – |
| Math proficiency | 79% | – |
| city | Fairfax | Aldie |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hovatter Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.2 vs 79.1).
- •Hovatter Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (3.7% vs 38.7%).
- •Daniels Run Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 14.7).
- •Daniels Run Elementary is the larger school with 811 students compared with 810.
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 Daniels Run Elementary better than Hovatter Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hovatter Elementary ranks higher (81.2 vs 79.1 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 Daniels Run Elementary and Hovatter Elementary?
About 26 km in a straight line, between Fairfax and Aldie in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Daniels Run Elementary: 811. Hovatter Elementary: 810. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Daniels Run Elementary and Hovatter Elementary rank in Virginia?
Daniels Run Elementary is 355th of 1,142 and Hovatter Elementary is 324th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).