Francis C. Hammond Middle vs James K. Polk Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 775 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Francis C. Hammond Middle
Alexandria · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,597 students
James K. Polk Elementary
Alexandria · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
804 students
| Measure | Francis C. Hammond Middle Alexandria, Virginia | James K. Polk Elementary Alexandria, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #300 of 340 | #894 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #5132 of 15,369 | #16102 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,597 | 804 |
| Enrollment | 1,597 | 804 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.8% | 75.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 76% |
| city | Alexandria | Alexandria |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James K. Polk Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.0 vs 61.5).
- •James K. Polk Elementary does better on math proficiency (76% vs 66%).
- •James K. Polk Elementary does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 60%).
- •James K. Polk Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.7% vs 83.8%).
- •Francis C. Hammond Middle does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 17.1).
- •Francis C. Hammond Middle is the larger school with 1,597 students compared with 804.
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 Francis C. Hammond Middle better than James K. Polk Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), James K. Polk Elementary ranks higher (63.0 vs 61.5 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 Francis C. Hammond Middle and James K. Polk Elementary?
About 775 m in a straight line, between Alexandria and Alexandria in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Francis C. Hammond Middle: 1,597. James K. Polk Elementary: 804. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Francis C. Hammond Middle and James K. Polk Elementary rank in Virginia?
Francis C. Hammond Middle is 300th of 340 and James K. Polk Elementary is 894th of 1,142 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).