Dogwood Elementary vs South Lakes High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dogwood Elementary
Reston · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
745 students
South Lakes High
Reston · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,434 students
| Measure | Dogwood Elementary Reston, Virginia | South Lakes High Reston, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #1062 of 1,142 | #42 of 317 |
| National rank | #25360 of 50,301 | #536 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 745 | 2,434 |
| Enrollment | 745 | 2,434 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.5% | 34.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 85% |
| city | Reston | Reston |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Lakes High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.2 vs 49.7).
- •South Lakes High does better on math proficiency (85% vs 65%).
- •South Lakes High does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 46%).
- •South Lakes High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.3% vs 98.5%).
- •South Lakes High does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 12.6).
- •South Lakes High is the larger school with 2,434 students compared with 745.
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 Dogwood Elementary better than South Lakes High?
On the Success Index (US), South Lakes High ranks higher (86.2 vs 49.7 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 Dogwood Elementary and South Lakes High?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Reston and Reston in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dogwood Elementary: 745. South Lakes High: 2,434. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dogwood Elementary and South Lakes High rank in Virginia?
Dogwood Elementary is 1062nd of 1,142 and South Lakes High is 42nd of 317 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).