Hugh Mercer Elementary vs Salem Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 4.6 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
Salem Elementary
Fredericksburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
573 students
| Measure | Hugh Mercer Elementary Fredericksburg, Virginia | Salem Elementary Fredericksburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1135 of 1,142 | #493 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #41762 of 50,301 | #8738 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 859 | 573 |
| Enrollment | 859 | 573 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.3% | 64.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 70% |
| Math proficiency | – | 81% |
| city | Fredericksburg | Fredericksburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Salem Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.8 vs 24.9).
- •Salem Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.9% vs 90.3%).
- •Salem Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 15.9).
- •Hugh Mercer Elementary is the larger school with 859 students compared with 573.
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 Salem Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Salem Elementary ranks higher (73.8 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 Salem Elementary?
About 4.6 km in a straight line, between Fredericksburg and Fredericksburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hugh Mercer Elementary: 859. Salem Elementary: 573. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hugh Mercer Elementary and Salem Elementary rank in Virginia?
Hugh Mercer Elementary is 1135th of 1,142 and Salem Elementary is 493rd of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).