Hughes Middle vs South Lakes High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 344 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hughes Middle
Reston · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,012 students
South Lakes High
Reston · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,434 students
| Measure | Hughes Middle Reston, Virginia | South Lakes High Reston, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #91 of 340 | #42 of 317 |
| National rank | #1030 of 15,369 | #536 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,012 | 2,434 |
| Enrollment | 1,012 | 2,434 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.4% | 34.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 80% | 85% |
| city | Reston | Reston |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Lakes High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.2 vs 83.0).
- •South Lakes High does better on math proficiency (85% vs 80%).
- •South Lakes High does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 80%).
- •South Lakes High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.3% vs 41.4%).
- •South Lakes High does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 13.9).
- •South Lakes High is the larger school with 2,434 students compared with 1,012.
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 Hughes Middle better than South Lakes High?
On the Success Index (US), South Lakes High ranks higher (86.2 vs 83.0 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 Hughes Middle and South Lakes High?
About 344 m in a straight line, between Reston and Reston in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hughes Middle: 1,012. South Lakes High: 2,434. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hughes Middle and South Lakes High rank in Virginia?
Hughes Middle is 91st of 340 and South Lakes High is 42nd of 317 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).