Lewis High vs Potomac Falls High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 36 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lewis High
Springfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,658 students
Potomac Falls High
Potomac Falls · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,662 students
| Measure | Lewis High Springfield, Virginia | Potomac Falls High Potomac Falls, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #202 of 317 | #56 of 317 |
| National rank | #3783 of 16,910 | #688 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,658 | 1,662 |
| Enrollment | 1,658 | 1,662 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.6% | 37.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 93% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 79% |
| city | Springfield | Potomac Falls |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Potomac Falls High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.5 vs 68.1).
- •Potomac Falls High does better on math proficiency (79% vs 74%).
- •Potomac Falls High does better on reading proficiency (93% vs 78%).
- •Potomac Falls High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.9% vs 68.6%).
- •Potomac Falls High does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 13.7).
- •Potomac Falls High is the larger school with 1,662 students compared with 1,658.
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 Lewis High better than Potomac Falls High?
On the Success Index (US), Potomac Falls High ranks higher (84.5 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 Lewis High and Potomac Falls High?
About 36 km in a straight line, between Springfield and Potomac Falls in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lewis High: 1,658. Potomac Falls High: 1,662. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lewis High and Potomac Falls High rank in Virginia?
Lewis High is 202nd of 317 and Potomac Falls High is 56th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).