Laurel Hill Elementary vs South County High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 460 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Laurel Hill Elementary
Lorton · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
743 students
South County High
Lorton · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,106 students
| Measure | Laurel Hill Elementary Lorton, Virginia | South County High Lorton, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 10% | 84 Top 5% |
| State rank | #266 of 1,142 | #59 of 317 |
| National rank | #2790 of 50,301 | #788 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 743 | 2,106 |
| Enrollment | 743 | 2,106 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.9% | 23.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 86% |
| city | Lorton | Lorton |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (84.2 vs 83.8).
- •Laurel Hill Elementary does better on math proficiency (87% vs 86%).
- •South County High does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 81%).
- •South County High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.1% vs 29.9%).
- •Laurel Hill Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 16.5).
- •South County High is the larger school with 2,106 students compared with 743.
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 Laurel Hill Elementary better than South County High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Laurel Hill Elementary and South County High?
About 460 m in a straight line, between Lorton and Lorton in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Laurel Hill Elementary: 743. South County High: 2,106. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Laurel Hill Elementary and South County High rank in Virginia?
Laurel Hill Elementary is 266th of 1,142 and South County High is 59th of 317 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).