Churchland High vs Western Branch High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 4.8 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
Western Branch High
Chesapeake · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,138 students
| Measure | Churchland High Portsmouth, Virginia | Western Branch High Chesapeake, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 25% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #232 of 317 | #142 of 317 |
| National rank | #4302 of 16,910 | #2660 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,453 | 2,138 |
| Enrollment | 1,453 | 2,138 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100.4% | 72.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 95% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 92% | 95% |
| city | Portsmouth | Chesapeake |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Western Branch High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.7 vs 65.9).
- •Western Branch High does better on math proficiency (95% vs 92%).
- •Churchland High does better on reading proficiency (95% vs 92%).
- •Western Branch High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.8% vs 100.4%).
- •Western Branch High does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 14.8).
- •Western Branch High is the larger school with 2,138 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 Western Branch High?
On the Success Index (US), Western Branch High ranks higher (72.7 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 Western Branch High?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Portsmouth and Chesapeake in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Churchland High: 1,453. Western Branch High: 2,138. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Churchland High and Western Branch High rank in Virginia?
Churchland High is 232nd of 317 and Western Branch High is 142nd of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).