Booker T Washington High vs Governor's School for the Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Booker T Washington High
Norfolk · Public high · Grades 9–12
904 students
Governor's School for the Arts
Norfolk · Public other
| Measure | Booker T Washington High Norfolk, Virginia | Governor's School for the Arts Norfolk, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #288 of 317 | – |
| National rank | #5734 of 16,910 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Other |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | – |
| Students | 904 | – |
| Enrollment | 904 | – |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.7% | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | – |
| Math proficiency | 71% | – |
| city | Norfolk | Norfolk |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
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 Booker T Washington High better than Governor's School for the Arts?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Booker T Washington High and Governor's School for the Arts?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Norfolk and Norfolk in Virginia.
How do Booker T Washington High and Governor's School for the Arts rank in Virginia?
Booker T Washington High is 288th of 317 and Governor's School for the Arts is unranked among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).