Annandale High vs Thomas Jefferson High for Science and Technology
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Annandale High
Annandale · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,161 students
Thomas Jefferson High for Science and Technology
Alexandria · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,108 students
| Measure | Annandale High Annandale, Virginia | Thomas Jefferson High for Science and Technology Alexandria, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 25% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #224 of 317 | #20 of 317 |
| National rank | #4137 of 16,910 | #306 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,161 | 2,108 |
| Enrollment | 2,161 | 2,108 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.2% | 14.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 99.5% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 99.5% |
| city | Annandale | Alexandria |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas Jefferson High for Science and Technology scores higher on the Success Index (US) (89.0 vs 66.6).
- •Thomas Jefferson High for Science and Technology does better on math proficiency (99.5% vs 78%).
- •Thomas Jefferson High for Science and Technology does better on reading proficiency (99.5% vs 75%).
- •Thomas Jefferson High for Science and Technology does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.8% vs 71.2%).
- •Annandale High does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 16.9).
- •Annandale High is the larger school with 2,161 students compared with 2,108.
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 Annandale High better than Thomas Jefferson High for Science and Technology?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas Jefferson High for Science and Technology ranks higher (89.0 vs 66.6 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 Annandale High and Thomas Jefferson High for Science and Technology?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Annandale and Alexandria in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Annandale High: 2,161. Thomas Jefferson High for Science and Technology: 2,108. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Annandale High and Thomas Jefferson High for Science and Technology rank in Virginia?
Annandale High is 224th of 317 and Thomas Jefferson High for Science and Technology is 20th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).