George Washington Middle vs Jefferson-Houston PK-8 School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 863 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Washington Middle
Alexandria · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,458 students
Jefferson-Houston PK-8 School
Alexandria · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
506 students
| Measure | George Washington Middle Alexandria, Virginia | Jefferson-Houston PK-8 School Alexandria, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #121 of 340 | #931 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #1800 of 15,369 | #17205 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 1,458 | 506 |
| Enrollment | 1,458 | 506 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.6% | 85% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 59% |
| city | Alexandria | Alexandria |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George Washington Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.1 vs 61.4).
- •George Washington Middle does better on math proficiency (74% vs 59%).
- •George Washington Middle does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 61%).
- •George Washington Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.6% vs 85%).
- •Jefferson-Houston PK-8 School does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 14.2).
- •George Washington Middle is the larger school with 1,458 students compared with 506.
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 Washington Middle better than Jefferson-Houston PK-8 School?
On the Success Index (US), George Washington Middle ranks higher (78.1 vs 61.4 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 George Washington Middle and Jefferson-Houston PK-8 School?
About 863 m in a straight line, between Alexandria and Alexandria in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Washington Middle: 1,458. Jefferson-Houston PK-8 School: 506. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Washington Middle and Jefferson-Houston PK-8 School rank in Virginia?
George Washington Middle is 121st of 340 and Jefferson-Houston PK-8 School is 931st of 1,142 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).