Lightridge High vs Patrick Henry High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 280 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lightridge High
Aldie Β· Public high Β· Grades 9β12
2,030 students
Patrick Henry High
Roanoke Β· Public high Β· Grades 9β12
2,030 students
| Measure | Lightridge High Aldie, Virginia | Patrick Henry High Roanoke, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #74 of 317 | #259 of 317 |
| National rank | #931 of 16,910 | #4755 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9β12 | Grades 9β12 |
| Students | 2,030 | 2,030 |
| Enrollment | 2,030 | 2,030 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.3% | 87.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | β | 74% |
| Math proficiency | β | 83% |
| city | Aldie | Roanoke |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | β | β |
The verdict
- β’Lightridge High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.6 vs 64.1).
- β’Lightridge High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.3% vs 87.4%).
- β’Patrick Henry High does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 14.1).
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 Lightridge High better than Patrick Henry High?
On the Success Index (US), Lightridge High ranks higher (82.6 vs 64.1 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 Lightridge High and Patrick Henry High?
About 280 km in a straight line, between Aldie and Roanoke in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lightridge High: 2,030. Patrick Henry High: 2,030. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lightridge High and Patrick Henry High rank in Virginia?
Lightridge High is 74th of 317 and Patrick Henry High is 259th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).