Lightridge High vs Pinebrook Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 2.6 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
Pinebrook Elementary
Aldie · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
699 students
| Measure | Lightridge High Aldie, Virginia | Pinebrook Elementary Aldie, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 91 Top 5% |
| State rank | #74 of 317 | #60 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #931 of 16,910 | #568 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,030 | 699 |
| Enrollment | 2,030 | 699 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.3% | 21.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 87% |
| Math proficiency | – | 91% |
| city | Aldie | Aldie |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pinebrook Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (91.1 vs 82.6).
- •Lightridge High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.3% vs 21.9%).
- •Pinebrook Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.1).
- •Lightridge High is the larger school with 2,030 students compared with 699.
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 Pinebrook Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Pinebrook Elementary ranks higher (91.1 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 Pinebrook Elementary?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Aldie and Aldie in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lightridge High: 2,030. Pinebrook Elementary: 699. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lightridge High and Pinebrook Elementary rank in Virginia?
Lightridge High is 74th of 317 and Pinebrook Elementary is 60th of 1,142 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).