Frances W. McClenney Elementary vs Thomas H. Henderson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 979 m 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
Thomas H. Henderson Middle
Richmond · Public middle · Grades 6–8
430 students
| Measure | Frances W. McClenney Elementary Richmond, Virginia | Thomas H. Henderson Middle Richmond, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1075 of 1,142 | #334 of 340 |
| National rank | #27080 of 50,301 | #10240 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 302 | 430 |
| Enrollment | 302 | 430 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100.3% | 98.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 9.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 36% |
| city | Richmond | Richmond |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Frances W. McClenney Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.1 vs 38.2).
- •Frances W. McClenney Elementary does better on math proficiency (67% vs 36%).
- •Frances W. McClenney Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 41%).
- •Thomas H. Henderson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.6% vs 100.3%).
- •Thomas H. Henderson Middle does better on students per teacher (9.0 vs 17.8).
- •Thomas H. Henderson Middle is the larger school with 430 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 Thomas H. Henderson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Frances W. McClenney Elementary ranks higher (47.1 vs 38.2 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 Thomas H. Henderson Middle?
About 979 m in a straight line, between Richmond and Richmond in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frances W. McClenney Elementary: 302. Thomas H. Henderson Middle: 430. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frances W. McClenney Elementary and Thomas H. Henderson Middle rank in Virginia?
Frances W. McClenney Elementary is 1075th of 1,142 and Thomas H. Henderson Middle is 334th of 340 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).