Glen Allen High vs Highland Springs High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 23 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glen Allen High
Glen Allen · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,939 students
Highland Springs High
Highland Springs · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,928 students
| Measure | Glen Allen High Glen Allen, Virginia | Highland Springs High Highland Springs, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #80 of 317 | #286 of 317 |
| National rank | #1036 of 16,910 | #5607 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,939 | 1,928 |
| Enrollment | 1,939 | 1,928 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.4% | 86.7% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 92% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 90% | 71% |
| city | Glen Allen | Highland Springs |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Glen Allen High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.6 vs 60.8).
- •Glen Allen High does better on math proficiency (90% vs 71%).
- •Glen Allen High does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 80%).
- •Glen Allen High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.4% vs 86.7%).
- •Highland Springs High does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 17.8).
- •Glen Allen High is the larger school with 1,939 students compared with 1,928.
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 Glen Allen High better than Highland Springs High?
On the Success Index (US), Glen Allen High ranks higher (81.6 vs 60.8 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 Glen Allen High and Highland Springs High?
About 23 km in a straight line, between Glen Allen and Highland Springs in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glen Allen High: 1,939. Highland Springs High: 1,928. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glen Allen High and Highland Springs High rank in Virginia?
Glen Allen High is 80th of 317 and Highland Springs High is 286th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).