Fairfield Middle vs Highland Springs Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairfield Middle
Richmond · Public middle · Grades 6–8
936 students
Highland Springs Elementary
Highland Springs · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
469 students
| Measure | Fairfield Middle Richmond, Virginia | Highland Springs Elementary Highland Springs, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #298 of 340 | #1074 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #5084 of 15,369 | #26809 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 936 | 469 |
| Enrollment | 936 | 469 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91% | 89.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 53% |
| city | Richmond | Highland Springs |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fairfield Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.8 vs 47.5).
- •Fairfield Middle does better on math proficiency (68% vs 53%).
- •Fairfield Middle does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 48%).
- •Highland Springs Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.3% vs 91%).
- •Highland Springs Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.4).
- •Fairfield Middle is the larger school with 936 students compared with 469.
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 Fairfield Middle better than Highland Springs Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Fairfield Middle ranks higher (61.8 vs 47.5 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 Fairfield Middle and Highland Springs Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Highland Springs in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairfield Middle: 936. Highland Springs Elementary: 469. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairfield Middle and Highland Springs Elementary rank in Virginia?
Fairfield Middle is 298th of 340 and Highland Springs Elementary is 1074th of 1,142 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).