Fairfax High vs Woodson High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 2.4 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
Woodson High
Fairfax · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,436 students
| Measure | Fairfax High Fairfax, Virginia | Woodson High Fairfax, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 10% | 93 Top 5% |
| State rank | #101 of 317 | #1 of 317 |
| National rank | #1390 of 16,910 | #110 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,404 | 2,436 |
| Enrollment | 2,404 | 2,436 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.4% | 14.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 88% | 95% |
| Math proficiency | 86% | 95% |
| city | Fairfax | Fairfax |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Woodson High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (92.8 vs 79.2).
- •Woodson High does better on math proficiency (95% vs 86%).
- •Woodson High does better on reading proficiency (95% vs 88%).
- •Woodson High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.2% vs 35.4%).
- •Woodson High does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 17.3).
- •Woodson High is the larger school with 2,436 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 Woodson High?
On the Success Index (US), Woodson High ranks higher (92.8 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 Woodson High?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Fairfax and Fairfax in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairfax High: 2,404. Woodson High: 2,436. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairfax High and Woodson High rank in Virginia?
Fairfax High is 101st of 317 and Woodson High is 1st of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).