James Monroe Elementary vs Marion Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 463 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Monroe Elementary
Norfolk · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
299 students
Marion Elementary
Marion · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
298 students
| Measure | James Monroe Elementary Norfolk, Virginia | Marion Elementary Marion, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1119 of 1,142 | #822 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #35270 of 50,301 | #14543 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 299 | 298 |
| Enrollment | 299 | 298 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.7% | 100.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 87% |
| city | Norfolk | Marion |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marion Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.4 vs 35.0).
- •Marion Elementary does better on math proficiency (87% vs 42%).
- •Marion Elementary does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 37%).
- •James Monroe Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.7% vs 100.3%).
- •James Monroe Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 14.2).
- •James Monroe Elementary is the larger school with 299 students compared with 298.
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 Monroe Elementary better than Marion Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Marion Elementary ranks higher (65.4 vs 35.0 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 Monroe Elementary and Marion Elementary?
About 463 km in a straight line, between Norfolk and Marion in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Monroe Elementary: 299. Marion Elementary: 298. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Monroe Elementary and Marion Elementary rank in Virginia?
James Monroe Elementary is 1119th of 1,142 and Marion Elementary is 822nd of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).