Central High vs J.I. Burton High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 4.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High
Norton · Public high · Grades 9–12
676 students
J.I. Burton High
Norton · Public high · Grades 8–12
328 students
| Measure | Central High Norton, Virginia | J.I. Burton High Norton, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #238 of 317 | #249 of 317 |
| National rank | #4421 of 16,910 | #4515 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 8–12 |
| Students | 676 | 328 |
| Enrollment | 676 | 328 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.7% | 99.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 95% | 87% |
| city | Norton | Norton |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (65.4 vs 65.1).
- •Central High does better on math proficiency (95% vs 87%).
- •Central High does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 82%).
- •Central High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.7% vs 99.1%).
- •J.I. Burton High does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 16.9).
- •Central High is the larger school with 676 students compared with 328.
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 Central High better than J.I. Burton High?
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 Central High and J.I. Burton High?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Norton and Norton in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High: 676. J.I. Burton High: 328. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High and J.I. Burton High rank in Virginia?
Central High is 238th of 317 and J.I. Burton High is 249th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).