James K. Polk Elementary vs John Adams Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James K. Polk Elementary
Alexandria · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
804 students
John Adams Elementary
Alexandria · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
743 students
| Measure | James K. Polk Elementary Alexandria, Virginia | John Adams Elementary Alexandria, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #894 of 1,142 | #1018 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #16102 of 50,301 | #20760 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 804 | 743 |
| Enrollment | 804 | 743 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.7% | 110.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 76% | 76% |
| city | Alexandria | Alexandria |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James K. Polk Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.0 vs 56.3).
- •James K. Polk Elementary does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 64%).
- •James K. Polk Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.7% vs 110.8%).
- •John Adams Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 17.1).
- •James K. Polk Elementary is the larger school with 804 students compared with 743.
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 James K. Polk Elementary better than John Adams Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), James K. Polk Elementary ranks higher (63.0 vs 56.3 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 James K. Polk Elementary and John Adams Elementary?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Alexandria and Alexandria in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James K. Polk Elementary: 804. John Adams Elementary: 743. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James K. Polk Elementary and John Adams Elementary rank in Virginia?
James K. Polk Elementary is 894th of 1,142 and John Adams Elementary is 1018th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).