Hugh Mercer Elementary vs James Monroe High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hugh Mercer Elementary
Fredericksburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
859 students
James Monroe High
Fredericksburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,013 students
| Measure | Hugh Mercer Elementary Fredericksburg, Virginia | James Monroe High Fredericksburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1135 of 1,142 | #297 of 317 |
| National rank | #41762 of 50,301 | #6067 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 859 | 1,013 |
| Enrollment | 859 | 1,013 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.3% | 92.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 82% |
| Math proficiency | – | 60% |
| city | Fredericksburg | Fredericksburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Monroe High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.0 vs 24.9).
- •Hugh Mercer Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.3% vs 92.3%).
- •James Monroe High does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 15.9).
- •James Monroe High is the larger school with 1,013 students compared with 859.
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 Hugh Mercer Elementary better than James Monroe High?
On the Success Index (US), James Monroe High ranks higher (59.0 vs 24.9 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 Hugh Mercer Elementary and James Monroe High?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Fredericksburg and Fredericksburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hugh Mercer Elementary: 859. James Monroe High: 1,013. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hugh Mercer Elementary and James Monroe High rank in Virginia?
Hugh Mercer Elementary is 1135th of 1,142 and James Monroe High is 297th of 317 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).