Mercer Middle vs Pinebrook Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mercer Middle
Aldie · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,459 students
Pinebrook Elementary
Aldie · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
699 students
| Measure | Mercer Middle Aldie, Virginia | Pinebrook Elementary Aldie, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 91 Top 5% |
| State rank | #27 of 340 | #60 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #257 of 15,369 | #568 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,459 | 699 |
| Enrollment | 1,459 | 699 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.4% | 21.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 91% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 90% | 91% |
| city | Aldie | Aldie |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (90.5 vs 91.1).
- •Pinebrook Elementary does better on math proficiency (91% vs 90%).
- •Mercer Middle does better on reading proficiency (91% vs 87%).
- •Mercer Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.4% vs 21.9%).
- •Pinebrook Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.3).
- •Mercer Middle is the larger school with 1,459 students compared with 699.
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 Mercer Middle better than Pinebrook 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 Mercer Middle and Pinebrook Elementary?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Aldie and Aldie in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mercer Middle: 1,459. Pinebrook Elementary: 699. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mercer Middle and Pinebrook Elementary rank in Virginia?
Mercer Middle is 27th of 340 and Pinebrook Elementary is 60th of 1,142 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).