Fairfax High vs McLean High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairfax High
Fairfax · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,404 students
McLean High
McLean · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,428 students
| Measure | Fairfax High Fairfax, Virginia | McLean High McLean, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 10% | 92 Top 5% |
| State rank | #101 of 317 | #3 of 317 |
| National rank | #1390 of 16,910 | #150 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,404 | 2,428 |
| Enrollment | 2,404 | 2,428 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.4% | 13% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 88% | 96% |
| Math proficiency | 86% | 95% |
| city | Fairfax | McLean |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McLean High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (91.9 vs 79.2).
- •McLean High does better on math proficiency (95% vs 86%).
- •McLean High does better on reading proficiency (96% vs 88%).
- •McLean High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13% vs 35.4%).
- •McLean High does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 17.3).
- •McLean High is the larger school with 2,428 students compared with 2,404.
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 Fairfax High better than McLean High?
On the Success Index (US), McLean High ranks higher (91.9 vs 79.2 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 Fairfax High and McLean High?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Fairfax and McLean in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairfax High: 2,404. McLean High: 2,428. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairfax High and McLean High rank in Virginia?
Fairfax High is 101st of 317 and McLean High is 3rd of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).