Dorothy Hamm Middle vs Ella J. Fitzgerald Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 199 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dorothy Hamm Middle
Arlington · Public middle · Grades 6–8
989 students
Ella J. Fitzgerald Middle
Newport News · Public middle · Grades 6–8
988 students
| Measure | Dorothy Hamm Middle Arlington, Virginia | Ella J. Fitzgerald Middle Newport News, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #120 of 340 | #292 of 340 |
| National rank | #1784 of 15,369 | #4880 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 989 | 988 |
| Enrollment | 989 | 988 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.9% | 98.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | – |
| Reading proficiency | – | 65% |
| Math proficiency | – | 75% |
| city | Arlington | Newport News |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dorothy Hamm Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.2 vs 62.7).
- •Dorothy Hamm Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.9% vs 98.2%).
- •Dorothy Hamm Middle is the larger school with 989 students compared with 988.
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 Dorothy Hamm Middle better than Ella J. Fitzgerald Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Dorothy Hamm Middle ranks higher (78.2 vs 62.7 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 Dorothy Hamm Middle and Ella J. Fitzgerald Middle?
About 199 km in a straight line, between Arlington and Newport News in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dorothy Hamm Middle: 989. Ella J. Fitzgerald Middle: 988. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dorothy Hamm Middle and Ella J. Fitzgerald Middle rank in Virginia?
Dorothy Hamm Middle is 120th of 340 and Ella J. Fitzgerald Middle is 292nd of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).