Cosby High vs Manchester High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 7.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cosby High
Midlothian · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,507 students
Manchester High
Midlothian · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,236 students
| Measure | Cosby High Midlothian, Virginia | Manchester High Midlothian, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 88 Top 5% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #24 of 317 | #166 of 317 |
| National rank | #346 of 16,910 | #3101 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,507 | 2,236 |
| Enrollment | 2,507 | 2,236 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16% | 74% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 94% | 86% |
| Math proficiency | 97% | 83% |
| city | Midlothian | Midlothian |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cosby High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.3 vs 70.8).
- •Cosby High does better on math proficiency (97% vs 83%).
- •Cosby High does better on reading proficiency (94% vs 86%).
- •Cosby High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16% vs 74%).
- •Manchester High does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 16.0).
- •Cosby High is the larger school with 2,507 students compared with 2,236.
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 Cosby High better than Manchester High?
On the Success Index (US), Cosby High ranks higher (88.3 vs 70.8 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 Cosby High and Manchester High?
About 7.0 km in a straight line, between Midlothian and Midlothian in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cosby High: 2,507. Manchester High: 2,236. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cosby High and Manchester High rank in Virginia?
Cosby High is 24th of 317 and Manchester High is 166th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).