Frances W. McClenney Elementary vs Linwood Holton Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frances W. McClenney Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
302 students
Linwood Holton Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
433 students
| Measure | Frances W. McClenney Elementary Richmond, Virginia | Linwood Holton Elementary Richmond, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1075 of 1,142 | #941 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #27080 of 50,301 | #17434 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 302 | 433 |
| Enrollment | 302 | 433 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100.3% | 103.7% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 77% |
| city | Richmond | Richmond |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Linwood Holton Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.1 vs 47.1).
- •Linwood Holton Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 67%).
- •Linwood Holton Elementary does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 57%).
- •Frances W. McClenney Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (100.3% vs 103.7%).
- •Linwood Holton Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 17.8).
- •Linwood Holton Elementary is the larger school with 433 students compared with 302.
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 Frances W. McClenney Elementary better than Linwood Holton Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Linwood Holton Elementary ranks higher (61.1 vs 47.1 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 Frances W. McClenney Elementary and Linwood Holton Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Richmond in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frances W. McClenney Elementary: 302. Linwood Holton Elementary: 433. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frances W. McClenney Elementary and Linwood Holton Elementary rank in Virginia?
Frances W. McClenney Elementary is 1075th of 1,142 and Linwood Holton Elementary is 941st of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).