James K. Polk Elementary vs Patrick Henry K-8 School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 540 m 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
Patrick Henry K-8 School
Alexandria · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,075 students
| Measure | James K. Polk Elementary Alexandria, Virginia | Patrick Henry K-8 School Alexandria, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #894 of 1,142 | #975 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #16102 of 50,301 | #18734 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 804 | 1,075 |
| Enrollment | 804 | 1,075 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.7% | 96.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 74% |
| 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 59.2).
- •Patrick Henry K-8 School does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 67%).
- •James K. Polk Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.7% vs 96.8%).
- •James K. Polk Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 17.9).
- •Patrick Henry K-8 School is the larger school with 1,075 students compared with 804.
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 Patrick Henry K-8 School?
On the Success Index (US), James K. Polk Elementary ranks higher (63.0 vs 59.2 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 Patrick Henry K-8 School?
About 540 m in a straight line, between Alexandria and Alexandria in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James K. Polk Elementary: 804. Patrick Henry K-8 School: 1,075. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James K. Polk Elementary and Patrick Henry K-8 School rank in Virginia?
James K. Polk Elementary is 894th of 1,142 and Patrick Henry K-8 School is 975th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).