Herndon High vs Oscar F. Smith High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 268 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Herndon High
Herndon · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,261 students
Oscar F. Smith High
Chesapeake · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,264 students
| Measure | Herndon High Herndon, Virginia | Oscar F. Smith High Chesapeake, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #110 of 317 | #145 of 317 |
| National rank | #1899 of 16,910 | #2741 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,261 | 2,264 |
| Enrollment | 2,261 | 2,264 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.5% | 71.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 87% |
| city | Herndon | Chesapeake |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Herndon High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.2 vs 72.3).
- •Oscar F. Smith High does better on math proficiency (87% vs 82%).
- •Oscar F. Smith High does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 75%).
- •Herndon High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.5% vs 71.4%).
- •Herndon High does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 12.7).
- •Oscar F. Smith High is the larger school with 2,264 students compared with 2,261.
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 Herndon High better than Oscar F. Smith High?
On the Success Index (US), Herndon High ranks higher (76.2 vs 72.3 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 Herndon High and Oscar F. Smith High?
About 268 km in a straight line, between Herndon and Chesapeake in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Herndon High: 2,261. Oscar F. Smith High: 2,264. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Herndon High and Oscar F. Smith High rank in Virginia?
Herndon High is 110th of 317 and Oscar F. Smith High is 145th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).