Albemarle High vs Charlottesville High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Albemarle High
Charlottesville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,964 students
Charlottesville High
Charlottesville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,438 students
| Measure | Albemarle High Charlottesville, Virginia | Charlottesville High Charlottesville, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #98 of 317 | #116 of 317 |
| National rank | #1276 of 16,910 | #2069 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,964 | 1,438 |
| Enrollment | 1,964 | 1,438 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31% | 66% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 94% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 83% |
| city | Charlottesville | Charlottesville |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Albemarle High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.9 vs 75.3).
- •Charlottesville High does better on math proficiency (83% vs 77%).
- •Charlottesville High does better on reading proficiency (94% vs 81%).
- •Albemarle High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31% vs 66%).
- •Charlottesville High does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 15.1).
- •Albemarle High is the larger school with 1,964 students compared with 1,438.
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 Albemarle High better than Charlottesville High?
On the Success Index (US), Albemarle High ranks higher (79.9 vs 75.3 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 Albemarle High and Charlottesville High?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Charlottesville and Charlottesville in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Albemarle High: 1,964. Charlottesville High: 1,438. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Albemarle High and Charlottesville High rank in Virginia?
Albemarle High is 98th of 317 and Charlottesville High is 116th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).