South Lakes High vs Terraset Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 521 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Lakes High
Reston · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,434 students
Terraset Elementary
Reston · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
598 students
| Measure | South Lakes High Reston, Virginia | Terraset Elementary Reston, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #42 of 317 | #212 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #536 of 16,910 | #2107 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 2,434 | 598 |
| Enrollment | 2,434 | 598 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.3% | 34.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 88% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 85% | 83% |
| city | Reston | Reston |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (86.2 vs 85.8).
- •South Lakes High does better on math proficiency (85% vs 83%).
- •South Lakes High does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 76%).
- •Terraset Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.1% vs 34.3%).
- •South Lakes High does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 13.0).
- •South Lakes High is the larger school with 2,434 students compared with 598.
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 South Lakes High better than Terraset Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are South Lakes High and Terraset Elementary?
About 521 m in a straight line, between Reston and Reston in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Lakes High: 2,434. Terraset Elementary: 598. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Lakes High and Terraset Elementary rank in Virginia?
South Lakes High is 42nd of 317 and Terraset Elementary is 212th of 1,142 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).