Fox Mill Elementary vs McNair Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fox Mill Elementary
Herndon · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
650 students
McNair Elementary
Herndon · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
520 students
| Measure | Fox Mill Elementary Herndon, Virginia | McNair Elementary Herndon, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 92 Top 5% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #37 of 1,142 | #223 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #372 of 50,301 | #2215 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 650 | 520 |
| Enrollment | 650 | 520 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 9.2% | 48.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 95% | 91% |
| city | Herndon | Herndon |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fox Mill Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (92.3 vs 85.5).
- •Fox Mill Elementary does better on math proficiency (95% vs 91%).
- •Fox Mill Elementary does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 85%).
- •Fox Mill Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.2% vs 48.8%).
- •McNair Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 14.1).
- •Fox Mill Elementary is the larger school with 650 students compared with 520.
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 Fox Mill Elementary better than McNair Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Fox Mill Elementary ranks higher (92.3 vs 85.5 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 Fox Mill Elementary and McNair Elementary?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Herndon and Herndon in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fox Mill Elementary: 650. McNair Elementary: 520. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fox Mill Elementary and McNair Elementary rank in Virginia?
Fox Mill Elementary is 37th of 1,142 and McNair Elementary is 223rd of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).