Lightridge High School is a public high school in Aldie, Virginia. Lightridge is within the jurisdiction of Loudoun County Public Schools. The school was opened at the beginning of the 2020–21 school year.
Serving 1,926 students in grades 9-12, Lightridge High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,926 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lightridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Lightridge High School's student population of 1,926 students has grown by 102% over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has grown by 87% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,926 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Year Founded
2020
Colors
White, Blue, Yellow, Powder blue
School Rankings
Lightridge High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lightridge High School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#133 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90-94%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)88%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
41%
8%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
10%
22%
White
34%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lightning Bolt
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lightridge High School's ranking?
Lightridge High School is ranked #133 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Lightridge High School often compared to?
Lightridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rock Ridge High School, John Champe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lightridge High School?
The graduation rate of Lightridge High School is 95%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Lightridge High School?
1,926 students attend Lightridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Lightridge High School students are Asian, 34% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lightridge High School?
Lightridge High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lightridge High School offer ?
Lightridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lightridge High School part of?
Lightridge High School is part of Loudoun County School District.
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