Laurel Ridge Elementary vs Little Run Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Laurel Ridge Elementary
Fairfax · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
835 students
Little Run Elementary
Fairfax · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
264 students
| Measure | Laurel Ridge Elementary Fairfax, Virginia | Little Run Elementary Fairfax, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 92 Top 5% |
| State rank | #55 of 1,142 | #42 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #541 of 50,301 | #435 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 835 | 264 |
| Enrollment | 835 | 264 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 9.7% | 30.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 8.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 84% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 89% | 87% |
| city | Fairfax | Fairfax |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (91.2 vs 91.8).
- •Laurel Ridge Elementary does better on math proficiency (89% vs 87%).
- •Laurel Ridge Elementary does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 82%).
- •Laurel Ridge Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.7% vs 30.7%).
- •Little Run Elementary does better on students per teacher (8.8 vs 14.2).
- •Laurel Ridge Elementary is the larger school with 835 students compared with 264.
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 Laurel Ridge Elementary better than Little Run 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 Laurel Ridge Elementary and Little Run Elementary?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Fairfax and Fairfax in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Laurel Ridge Elementary: 835. Little Run Elementary: 264. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Laurel Ridge Elementary and Little Run Elementary rank in Virginia?
Laurel Ridge Elementary is 55th of 1,142 and Little Run Elementary is 42nd of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).