Crossfield Elementary vs South Lakes High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Crossfield Elementary
Herndon · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
513 students
South Lakes High
Reston · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,434 students
| Measure | Crossfield Elementary Herndon, Virginia | South Lakes High Reston, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 95 Top 5% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #8 of 1,142 | #42 of 317 |
| National rank | #116 of 50,301 | #536 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 513 | 2,434 |
| Enrollment | 513 | 2,434 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 8.2% | 34.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 89% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 93% | 85% |
| city | Herndon | Reston |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Crossfield Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (94.8 vs 86.2).
- •Crossfield Elementary does better on math proficiency (93% vs 85%).
- •Crossfield Elementary does better on reading proficiency (89% vs 88%).
- •Crossfield Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.2% vs 34.3%).
- •South Lakes High does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 12.8).
- •South Lakes High is the larger school with 2,434 students compared with 513.
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 Crossfield Elementary better than South Lakes High?
On the Success Index (US), Crossfield Elementary ranks higher (94.8 vs 86.2 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 Crossfield Elementary and South Lakes High?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Herndon and Reston in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Crossfield Elementary: 513. South Lakes High: 2,434. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Crossfield Elementary and South Lakes High rank in Virginia?
Crossfield Elementary is 8th of 1,142 and South Lakes High is 42nd of 317 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).