Madison High vs South County High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 20 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Madison High
Vienna · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,090 students
South County High
Lorton · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,106 students
| Measure | Madison High Vienna, Virginia | South County High Lorton, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 89 Top 5% | 84 Top 5% |
| State rank | #21 of 317 | #59 of 317 |
| National rank | #319 of 16,910 | #788 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,090 | 2,106 |
| Enrollment | 2,090 | 2,106 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.1% | 23.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 92% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 91% | 86% |
| city | Vienna | Lorton |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Madison High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.8 vs 83.8).
- •Madison High does better on math proficiency (91% vs 86%).
- •Madison High does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 88%).
- •Madison High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.1% vs 23.1%).
- •Madison High does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 16.5).
- •South County High is the larger school with 2,106 students compared with 2,090.
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 Madison High better than South County High?
On the Success Index (US), Madison High ranks higher (88.8 vs 83.8 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 Madison High and South County High?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Vienna and Lorton in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Madison High: 2,090. South County High: 2,106. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Madison High and South County High rank in Virginia?
Madison High is 21st of 317 and South County High is 59th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).