Elizabeth Holladay Elementary vs Hugh Mercer Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 76 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elizabeth Holladay Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
859 students
Hugh Mercer Elementary
Fredericksburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
859 students
| Measure | Elizabeth Holladay Elementary Richmond, Virginia | Hugh Mercer Elementary Fredericksburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1041 of 1,142 | #1135 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #23542 of 50,301 | #41762 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 859 | 859 |
| Enrollment | 859 | 859 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.9% | 90.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | – |
| Math proficiency | 70% | – |
| city | Richmond | Fredericksburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Elizabeth Holladay Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.3 vs 24.9).
- •Elizabeth Holladay Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.9% vs 90.3%).
- •Hugh Mercer Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 16.8).
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 Elizabeth Holladay Elementary better than Hugh Mercer Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Elizabeth Holladay Elementary ranks higher (52.3 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 Elizabeth Holladay Elementary and Hugh Mercer Elementary?
About 76 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Fredericksburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elizabeth Holladay Elementary: 859. Hugh Mercer Elementary: 859. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elizabeth Holladay Elementary and Hugh Mercer Elementary rank in Virginia?
Elizabeth Holladay Elementary is 1041st of 1,142 and Hugh Mercer Elementary is 1135th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).