Brighton High School vs Vertus Charter School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New York, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brighton High School
Rochester · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,164 students
Vertus Charter School
Rochester · Charter high · Grades 9–12
348 students
| Measure | Brighton High School Rochester, New York | Vertus Charter School Rochester, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #76 of 1,079 | #877 of 1,079 |
| National rank | #85 of 16,910 | #5271 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,164 | 348 |
| Enrollment | 1,164 | 348 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.3% | 82.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 99.5% | 64.5% |
| Math proficiency | 99.5% | 84.5% |
| city | Rochester | Rochester |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Brighton High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (93.4 vs 62.1).
- •Brighton High School does better on math proficiency (99.5% vs 84.5%).
- •Brighton High School does better on reading proficiency (99.5% vs 64.5%).
- •Brighton High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.3% vs 82.5%).
- •Brighton High School is the larger school with 1,164 students compared with 348.
- •Brighton High School is a public school while Vertus Charter School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Brighton High School better than Vertus Charter School?
On the Success Index (US), Brighton High School ranks higher (93.4 vs 62.1 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 Brighton High School and Vertus Charter School?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Rochester and Rochester in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brighton High School: 1,164. Vertus Charter School: 348. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brighton High School and Vertus Charter School rank in New York?
Brighton High School is 76th of 1,079 and Vertus Charter School is 877th of 1,079 among high schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).