Little Run Elementary vs Mantua Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Virginia, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Little Run Elementary
Fairfax · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
264 students
Mantua Elementary
Fairfax · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
909 students
| Measure | Little Run Elementary Fairfax, Virginia | Mantua Elementary Fairfax, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 92 Top 5% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #42 of 1,142 | #116 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #435 of 50,301 | #1041 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 264 | 909 |
| Enrollment | 264 | 909 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.7% | 15.7% |
| Students per teacher | 8.8 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 94% |
| city | Fairfax | Fairfax |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Little Run Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (91.8 vs 88.9).
- •Mantua Elementary does better on math proficiency (94% vs 87%).
- •Mantua Elementary does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 82%).
- •Mantua Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.7% vs 30.7%).
- •Little Run Elementary does better on students per teacher (8.8 vs 15.7).
- •Mantua Elementary is the larger school with 909 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 Little Run Elementary better than Mantua Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Little Run Elementary ranks higher (91.8 vs 88.9 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 Little Run Elementary and Mantua Elementary?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Fairfax and Fairfax in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Little Run Elementary: 264. Mantua Elementary: 909. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Little Run Elementary and Mantua Elementary rank in Virginia?
Little Run Elementary is 42nd of 1,142 and Mantua Elementary is 116th of 1,142 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).