Fairfield Middle vs Montrose Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 3.2 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
Montrose Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
341 students
| Measure | Fairfield Middle Richmond, Virginia | Montrose Elementary Richmond, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #298 of 340 | #907 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #5084 of 15,369 | #16328 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 936 | 341 |
| Enrollment | 936 | 341 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91% | 87.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 77% |
| city | Richmond | Richmond |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (61.8 vs 62.7).
- •Montrose Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 68%).
- •Fairfield Middle does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 62%).
- •Montrose Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.1% vs 91%).
- •Montrose Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 14.4).
- •Fairfield Middle is the larger school with 936 students compared with 341.
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 Montrose Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Fairfield Middle and Montrose Elementary?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Richmond in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairfield Middle: 936. Montrose Elementary: 341. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairfield Middle and Montrose Elementary rank in Virginia?
Fairfield Middle is 298th of 340 and Montrose Elementary is 907th of 1,142 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).