Hoffman-Boston Elementary vs Washington Mill Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 17 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hoffman-Boston Elementary
Arlington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
592 students
Washington Mill Elementary
Alexandria · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
592 students
| Measure | Hoffman-Boston Elementary Arlington, Virginia | Washington Mill Elementary Alexandria, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 5% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #250 of 1,142 | #836 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #2519 of 50,301 | #14826 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 592 | 592 |
| Enrollment | 592 | 592 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.8% | 78.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 72% |
| city | Arlington | Alexandria |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hoffman-Boston Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.8 vs 65.0).
- •Hoffman-Boston Elementary does better on math proficiency (87% vs 72%).
- •Hoffman-Boston Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 68%).
- •Hoffman-Boston Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.8% vs 78.9%).
- •Hoffman-Boston Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 14.8).
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 Hoffman-Boston Elementary better than Washington Mill Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hoffman-Boston Elementary ranks higher (84.8 vs 65.0 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 Hoffman-Boston Elementary and Washington Mill Elementary?
About 17 km in a straight line, between Arlington and Alexandria in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hoffman-Boston Elementary: 592. Washington Mill Elementary: 592. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hoffman-Boston Elementary and Washington Mill Elementary rank in Virginia?
Hoffman-Boston Elementary is 250th of 1,142 and Washington Mill Elementary is 836th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).