James Madison Middle vs Wasena Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Madison Middle
Roanoke · Public middle · Grades 6–8
598 students
Wasena Elementary
Roanoke · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
247 students
| Measure | James Madison Middle Roanoke, Virginia | Wasena Elementary Roanoke, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #275 of 340 | #845 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #4262 of 15,369 | #14945 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 598 | 247 |
| Enrollment | 598 | 247 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.7% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 87% |
| city | Roanoke | Roanoke |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (65.6 vs 64.8).
- •Wasena Elementary does better on math proficiency (87% vs 78%).
- •James Madison Middle does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 72%).
- •James Madison Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.7% vs 100%).
- •Wasena Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 14.2).
- •James Madison Middle is the larger school with 598 students compared with 247.
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 Madison Middle better than Wasena Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are James Madison Middle and Wasena Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Roanoke and Roanoke in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Madison Middle: 598. Wasena Elementary: 247. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Madison Middle and Wasena Elementary rank in Virginia?
James Madison Middle is 275th of 340 and Wasena Elementary is 845th of 1,142 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).