Academy of Richmond County High School vs Josey High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Georgia, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy of Richmond County High School
Augusta · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,178 students
Josey High School
Augusta · Public high · Grades 9–12
625 students
| Measure | Academy of Richmond County High School Augusta, Georgia | Josey High School Augusta, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #397 of 431 | #425 of 431 |
| National rank | #16362 of 16,910 | #16674 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,178 | 625 |
| Enrollment | 1,178 | 625 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.1% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 2.5% |
| city | Augusta | Augusta |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Academy of Richmond County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (12.7 vs 9.0).
- •Academy of Richmond County High School does better on math proficiency (5% vs 2.5%).
- •Academy of Richmond County High School does better on reading proficiency (25% vs 12%).
- •Academy of Richmond County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.1% vs 100%).
- •Josey High School does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 18.1).
- •Academy of Richmond County High School is the larger school with 1,178 students compared with 625.
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 Academy of Richmond County High School better than Josey High School?
On the Success Index (US), Academy of Richmond County High School ranks higher (12.7 vs 9.0 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 Academy of Richmond County High School and Josey High School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Augusta and Augusta in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy of Richmond County High School: 1,178. Josey High School: 625. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy of Richmond County High School and Josey High School rank in Georgia?
Academy of Richmond County High School is 397th of 431 and Josey High School is 425th of 431 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).