Edison High vs Hayfield Secondary
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 3.7 km 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
Hayfield Secondary
Alexandria · Public high · Grades 7–12
3,256 students
| Measure | Edison High Alexandria, Virginia | Hayfield Secondary Alexandria, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 78 Top 10% |
| State rank | #68 of 317 | #106 of 317 |
| National rank | #885 of 16,910 | #1552 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 2,294 | 3,256 |
| Enrollment | 2,294 | 3,256 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.6% | 33.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 85% | 82% |
| city | Alexandria | Alexandria |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Edison High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.9 vs 78.2).
- •Edison High does better on math proficiency (85% vs 82%).
- •Edison High does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 80%).
- •Hayfield Secondary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.3% vs 38.6%).
- •Edison High does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 16.3).
- •Hayfield Secondary is the larger school with 3,256 students compared with 2,294.
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 Hayfield Secondary?
On the Success Index (US), Edison High ranks higher (82.9 vs 78.2 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 Edison High and Hayfield Secondary?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Alexandria and Alexandria in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edison High: 2,294. Hayfield Secondary: 3,256. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edison High and Hayfield Secondary rank in Virginia?
Edison High is 68th of 317 and Hayfield Secondary is 106th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).