Francis C. Hammond Middle vs Patrick Henry K-8 School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 999 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
Patrick Henry K-8 School
Alexandria · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,075 students
| Measure | Francis C. Hammond Middle Alexandria, Virginia | Patrick Henry K-8 School Alexandria, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #300 of 340 | #975 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #5132 of 15,369 | #18734 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 1,597 | 1,075 |
| Enrollment | 1,597 | 1,075 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.8% | 96.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 76% |
| city | Alexandria | Alexandria |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Francis C. Hammond Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.5 vs 59.2).
- •Patrick Henry K-8 School does better on math proficiency (76% vs 66%).
- •Patrick Henry K-8 School does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 60%).
- •Francis C. Hammond Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.8% vs 96.8%).
- •Francis C. Hammond Middle does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 17.9).
- •Francis C. Hammond Middle is the larger school with 1,597 students compared with 1,075.
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 Patrick Henry K-8 School?
On the Success Index (US), Francis C. Hammond Middle ranks higher (61.5 vs 59.2 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 Francis C. Hammond Middle and Patrick Henry K-8 School?
About 999 m in a straight line, between Alexandria and Alexandria in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Francis C. Hammond Middle: 1,597. Patrick Henry K-8 School: 1,075. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Francis C. Hammond Middle and Patrick Henry K-8 School rank in Virginia?
Francis C. Hammond Middle is 300th of 340 and Patrick Henry K-8 School is 975th of 1,142 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).