Frost Middle vs Little Run Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frost Middle
Fairfax · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,272 students
Little Run Elementary
Fairfax · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
264 students
| Measure | Frost Middle Fairfax, Virginia | Little Run Elementary Fairfax, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 92 Top 5% |
| State rank | #17 of 340 | #42 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #203 of 15,369 | #435 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 1,272 | 264 |
| Enrollment | 1,272 | 264 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 15.9% | 30.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 8.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 92% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 94% | 87% |
| city | Fairfax | Fairfax |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (91.3 vs 91.8).
- •Frost Middle does better on math proficiency (94% vs 87%).
- •Frost Middle does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 82%).
- •Frost Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.9% vs 30.7%).
- •Little Run Elementary does better on students per teacher (8.8 vs 14.5).
- •Frost Middle is the larger school with 1,272 students compared with 264.
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 Frost Middle better than Little Run Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Frost Middle and Little Run Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Fairfax and Fairfax in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frost Middle: 1,272. Little Run Elementary: 264. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frost Middle and Little Run Elementary rank in Virginia?
Frost Middle is 17th of 340 and Little Run Elementary is 42nd of 1,142 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).