Chatham High vs John S. Battle High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 241 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chatham High
Chatham · Public high · Grades 9–12
609 students
John S. Battle High
Bristol · Public high · Grades 9–12
613 students
| Measure | Chatham High Chatham, Virginia | John S. Battle High Bristol, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #247 of 317 | #175 of 317 |
| National rank | #4506 of 16,910 | #3324 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 609 | 613 |
| Enrollment | 609 | 613 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.6% | 75.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 81% | 82% |
| city | Chatham | Bristol |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John S. Battle High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.9 vs 65.1).
- •John S. Battle High does better on math proficiency (82% vs 81%).
- •John S. Battle High does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 87%).
- •John S. Battle High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.5% vs 84.6%).
- •John S. Battle High does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 16.5).
- •John S. Battle High is the larger school with 613 students compared with 609.
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 Chatham High better than John S. Battle High?
On the Success Index (US), John S. Battle High ranks higher (69.9 vs 65.1 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 Chatham High and John S. Battle High?
About 241 km in a straight line, between Chatham and Bristol in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chatham High: 609. John S. Battle High: 613. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chatham High and John S. Battle High rank in Virginia?
Chatham High is 247th of 317 and John S. Battle High is 175th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).