Edison High vs Franconia Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 978 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edison High
Alexandria · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,294 students
Franconia Elementary
Alexandria · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
492 students
| Measure | Edison High Alexandria, Virginia | Franconia Elementary Alexandria, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #68 of 317 | #204 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #885 of 16,910 | #1973 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 2,294 | 492 |
| Enrollment | 2,294 | 492 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.6% | 30.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 85% | 82% |
| city | Alexandria | Alexandria |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franconia Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.1 vs 82.9).
- •Edison High does better on math proficiency (85% vs 82%).
- •Edison High does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 77%).
- •Franconia Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.9% vs 38.6%).
- •Edison High does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.3).
- •Edison High is the larger school with 2,294 students compared with 492.
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 Edison High better than Franconia Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Franconia Elementary ranks higher (86.1 vs 82.9 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 Edison High and Franconia Elementary?
About 978 m in a straight line, between Alexandria and Alexandria in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edison High: 2,294. Franconia Elementary: 492. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edison High and Franconia Elementary rank in Virginia?
Edison High is 68th of 317 and Franconia Elementary is 204th of 1,142 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).