George Mason Elementary vs George Washington Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Mason Elementary
Alexandria · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
332 students
George Washington Middle
Alexandria · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,458 students
| Measure | George Mason Elementary Alexandria, Virginia | George Washington Middle Alexandria, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #365 of 1,142 | #121 of 340 |
| National rank | #5779 of 50,301 | #1800 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 332 | 1,458 |
| Enrollment | 332 | 1,458 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.6% | 45.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 74% |
| city | Alexandria | Alexandria |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (78.6 vs 78.1).
- •George Mason Elementary does better on math proficiency (78% vs 74%).
- •George Washington Middle does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 71%).
- •George Mason Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.6% vs 45.6%).
- •George Washington Middle does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 14.4).
- •George Washington Middle is the larger school with 1,458 students compared with 332.
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 George Mason Elementary better than George Washington Middle?
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 George Mason Elementary and George Washington Middle?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Alexandria and Alexandria in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Mason Elementary: 332. George Washington Middle: 1,458. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Mason Elementary and George Washington Middle rank in Virginia?
George Mason Elementary is 365th of 1,142 and George Washington Middle is 121st of 340 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).