Briar Woods High vs Independence High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Briar Woods High
Ashburn · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,862 students
Independence High
Ashburn · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,166 students
| Measure | Briar Woods High Ashburn, Virginia | Independence High Ashburn, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #9 of 317 | #82 of 317 |
| National rank | #196 of 16,910 | #1038 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,862 | 2,166 |
| Enrollment | 1,862 | 2,166 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.8% | 10.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 97% | – |
| Math proficiency | 92% | – |
| city | Ashburn | Ashburn |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Briar Woods High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (90.8 vs 81.6).
- •Independence High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.6% vs 12.8%).
- •Briar Woods High does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 14.4).
- •Independence High is the larger school with 2,166 students compared with 1,862.
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 Briar Woods High better than Independence High?
On the Success Index (US), Briar Woods High ranks higher (90.8 vs 81.6 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 Briar Woods High and Independence High?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Ashburn and Ashburn in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Briar Woods High: 1,862. Independence High: 2,166. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Briar Woods High and Independence High rank in Virginia?
Briar Woods High is 9th of 317 and Independence High is 82nd of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).