Lightridge High vs Willard Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 873 m 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
Willard Middle
Aldie · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,684 students
| Measure | Lightridge High Aldie, Virginia | Willard Middle Aldie, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 91 Top 5% |
| State rank | #74 of 317 | #21 of 340 |
| National rank | #931 of 16,910 | #233 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 2,030 | 1,684 |
| Enrollment | 2,030 | 1,684 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.3% | 8.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 88% |
| Math proficiency | – | 91% |
| city | Aldie | Aldie |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Willard Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (90.9 vs 82.6).
- •Willard Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.8% vs 10.3%).
- •Lightridge High does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 15.2).
- •Lightridge High is the larger school with 2,030 students compared with 1,684.
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 Willard Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Willard Middle ranks higher (90.9 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 Willard Middle?
About 873 m in a straight line, between Aldie and Aldie in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lightridge High: 2,030. Willard Middle: 1,684. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lightridge High and Willard Middle rank in Virginia?
Lightridge High is 74th of 317 and Willard Middle is 21st of 340 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).