Churchland High vs James Wood High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 304 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Churchland High
Portsmouth · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,453 students
James Wood High
Winchester · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,462 students
| Measure | Churchland High Portsmouth, Virginia | James Wood High Winchester, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 25% | 84 Top 5% |
| State rank | #232 of 317 | #63 of 317 |
| National rank | #4302 of 16,910 | #820 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,453 | 1,462 |
| Enrollment | 1,453 | 1,462 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100.4% | 32.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 95% | 86% |
| Math proficiency | 92% | 86% |
| city | Portsmouth | Winchester |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Wood High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.5 vs 65.9).
- •Churchland High does better on math proficiency (92% vs 86%).
- •Churchland High does better on reading proficiency (95% vs 86%).
- •James Wood High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.2% vs 100.4%).
- •James Wood High does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 14.8).
- •James Wood High is the larger school with 1,462 students compared with 1,453.
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 Churchland High better than James Wood High?
On the Success Index (US), James Wood High ranks higher (83.5 vs 65.9 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 Churchland High and James Wood High?
About 304 km in a straight line, between Portsmouth and Winchester in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Churchland High: 1,453. James Wood High: 1,462. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Churchland High and James Wood High rank in Virginia?
Churchland High is 232nd of 317 and James Wood High is 63rd of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).