Holmes Middle vs Rocky Run Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Virginia, United States, 22 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Holmes Middle
Alexandria · Public middle · Grades 6–8
881 students
Rocky Run Middle
Chantilly · Public middle · Grades 7–8
882 students
| Measure | Holmes Middle Alexandria, Virginia | Rocky Run Middle Chantilly, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 90 Top 5% |
| State rank | #178 of 340 | #41 of 340 |
| National rank | #2652 of 15,369 | #322 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 881 | 882 |
| Enrollment | 881 | 882 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72% | 19.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 93% |
| Math proficiency | 73% | 93% |
| city | Alexandria | Chantilly |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rocky Run Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (89.5 vs 73.4).
- •Rocky Run Middle does better on math proficiency (93% vs 73%).
- •Rocky Run Middle does better on reading proficiency (93% vs 70%).
- •Rocky Run Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.6% vs 72%).
- •Holmes Middle does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 15.2).
- •Rocky Run Middle is the larger school with 882 students compared with 881.
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 Holmes Middle better than Rocky Run Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Rocky Run Middle ranks higher (89.5 vs 73.4 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 Holmes Middle and Rocky Run Middle?
About 22 km in a straight line, between Alexandria and Chantilly in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Holmes Middle: 881. Rocky Run Middle: 882. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Holmes Middle and Rocky Run Middle rank in Virginia?
Holmes Middle is 178th of 340 and Rocky Run Middle is 41st of 340 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).