Alleghany High vs East Rockingham High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 129 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alleghany High
Covington · Public high · Grades 9–12
818 students
East Rockingham High
Elkton · Public high · Grades 9–12
821 students
| Measure | Alleghany High Covington, Virginia | East Rockingham High Elkton, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #268 of 317 | #95 of 317 |
| National rank | #4948 of 16,910 | #1190 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 818 | 821 |
| Enrollment | 818 | 821 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.8% | 41.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 89% |
| city | Covington | Elkton |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Rockingham High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.5 vs 63.3).
- •East Rockingham High does better on math proficiency (89% vs 65%).
- •East Rockingham High does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 77%).
- •East Rockingham High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.3% vs 81.8%).
- •Alleghany High does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 15.2).
- •East Rockingham High is the larger school with 821 students compared with 818.
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 Alleghany High better than East Rockingham High?
On the Success Index (US), East Rockingham High ranks higher (80.5 vs 63.3 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 Alleghany High and East Rockingham High?
About 129 km in a straight line, between Covington and Elkton in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alleghany High: 818. East Rockingham High: 821. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alleghany High and East Rockingham High rank in Virginia?
Alleghany High is 268th of 317 and East Rockingham High is 95th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).