Poplar Tree Elementary vs Rocky Run Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Poplar Tree Elementary
Chantilly · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
683 students
Rocky Run Middle
Chantilly · Public middle · Grades 7–8
882 students
| Measure | Poplar Tree Elementary Chantilly, Virginia | Rocky Run Middle Chantilly, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 90 Top 5% |
| State rank | #21 of 1,142 | #41 of 340 |
| National rank | #264 of 50,301 | #322 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 683 | 882 |
| Enrollment | 683 | 882 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.2% | 19.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 96% | 93% |
| Math proficiency | 99.5% | 93% |
| city | Chantilly | Chantilly |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Poplar Tree Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (93.2 vs 89.5).
- •Poplar Tree Elementary does better on math proficiency (99.5% vs 93%).
- •Poplar Tree Elementary does better on reading proficiency (96% vs 93%).
- •Poplar Tree Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.2% vs 19.6%).
- •Poplar Tree Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 15.2).
- •Rocky Run Middle is the larger school with 882 students compared with 683.
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 Poplar Tree Elementary better than Rocky Run Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Poplar Tree Elementary ranks higher (93.2 vs 89.5 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 Poplar Tree Elementary and Rocky Run Middle?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Chantilly and Chantilly in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Poplar Tree Elementary: 683. Rocky Run Middle: 882. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Poplar Tree Elementary and Rocky Run Middle rank in Virginia?
Poplar Tree Elementary is 21st of 1,142 and Rocky Run Middle is 41st of 340 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).