Lightridge High vs Patriot High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 22 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lightridge High
Aldie · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,030 students
Patriot High
Nokesville · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,020 students
| Measure | Lightridge High Aldie, Virginia | Patriot High Nokesville, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #74 of 317 | #50 of 317 |
| National rank | #931 of 16,910 | #600 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,030 | 2,020 |
| Enrollment | 2,030 | 2,020 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.3% | 24.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 94% |
| Math proficiency | – | 92% |
| city | Aldie | Nokesville |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Patriot High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.5 vs 82.6).
- •Lightridge High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.3% vs 24.4%).
- •Lightridge High does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 16.3).
- •Lightridge High is the larger school with 2,030 students compared with 2,020.
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 Patriot High?
On the Success Index (US), Patriot High ranks higher (85.5 vs 82.6 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 Patriot High?
About 22 km in a straight line, between Aldie and Nokesville in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lightridge High: 2,030. Patriot High: 2,020. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lightridge High and Patriot High rank in Virginia?
Lightridge High is 74th of 317 and Patriot High is 50th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).