Alleghany High vs Staunton River High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 66 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
Staunton River High
Moneta · Public high · Grades 9–12
816 students
| Measure | Alleghany High Covington, Virginia | Staunton River High Moneta, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #268 of 317 | #172 of 317 |
| National rank | #4948 of 16,910 | #3191 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 818 | 816 |
| Enrollment | 818 | 816 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.8% | 72.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 91% |
| city | Covington | Moneta |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Staunton River High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.5 vs 63.3).
- •Staunton River High does better on math proficiency (91% vs 65%).
- •Staunton River High does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 77%).
- •Staunton River High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.7% vs 81.8%).
- •Alleghany High does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 14.3).
- •Alleghany High is the larger school with 818 students compared with 816.
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 Staunton River High?
On the Success Index (US), Staunton River High ranks higher (70.5 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 Staunton River High?
About 66 km in a straight line, between Covington and Moneta in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alleghany High: 818. Staunton River High: 816. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alleghany High and Staunton River High rank in Virginia?
Alleghany High is 268th of 317 and Staunton River High is 172nd of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).