Edison High vs Osbourn High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 29 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
Osbourn High
Manassas · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,301 students
| Measure | Edison High Alexandria, Virginia | Osbourn High Manassas, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #68 of 317 | #276 of 317 |
| National rank | #885 of 16,910 | #5139 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,294 | 2,301 |
| Enrollment | 2,294 | 2,301 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.6% | 77.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 85% | 72% |
| city | Alexandria | Manassas |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Edison High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.9 vs 62.6).
- •Edison High does better on math proficiency (85% vs 72%).
- •Edison High does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 80%).
- •Edison High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.6% vs 77.5%).
- •Edison High does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 16.8).
- •Osbourn High is the larger school with 2,301 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 Osbourn High?
On the Success Index (US), Edison High ranks higher (82.9 vs 62.6 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 Edison High and Osbourn High?
About 29 km in a straight line, between Alexandria and Manassas in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edison High: 2,294. Osbourn High: 2,301. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edison High and Osbourn High rank in Virginia?
Edison High is 68th of 317 and Osbourn High is 276th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).