Forestdale Elementary vs Lewis High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 468 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Forestdale Elementary
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
537 students
Lewis High
Springfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,658 students
| Measure | Forestdale Elementary Springfield, Virginia | Lewis High Springfield, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #644 of 1,142 | #202 of 317 |
| National rank | #11149 of 50,301 | #3783 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 537 | 1,658 |
| Enrollment | 537 | 1,658 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.9% | 68.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 79% | 74% |
| city | Springfield | Springfield |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Forestdale Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.2 vs 68.1).
- •Forestdale Elementary does better on math proficiency (79% vs 74%).
- •Lewis High does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 63%).
- •Lewis High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.6% vs 73.9%).
- •Forestdale Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.7).
- •Lewis High is the larger school with 1,658 students compared with 537.
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 Forestdale Elementary better than Lewis High?
On the Success Index (US), Forestdale Elementary ranks higher (70.2 vs 68.1 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 Forestdale Elementary and Lewis High?
About 468 m in a straight line, between Springfield and Springfield in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Forestdale Elementary: 537. Lewis High: 1,658. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Forestdale Elementary and Lewis High rank in Virginia?
Forestdale Elementary is 644th of 1,142 and Lewis High is 202nd of 317 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).