Douglas S. Freeman High vs Freedom High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 146 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Douglas S. Freeman High
Richmond · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,881 students
Freedom High
South Riding · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,885 students
| Measure | Douglas S. Freeman High Richmond, Virginia | Freedom High South Riding, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 91 Top 5% |
| State rank | #112 of 317 | #11 of 317 |
| National rank | #1915 of 16,910 | #211 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,881 | 1,885 |
| Enrollment | 1,881 | 1,885 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.5% | 17.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 91% | 97% |
| Math proficiency | 88% | 90% |
| city | Richmond | South Riding |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Freedom High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (90.6 vs 76.1).
- •Freedom High does better on math proficiency (90% vs 88%).
- •Freedom High does better on reading proficiency (97% vs 91%).
- •Freedom High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.9% vs 43.5%).
- •Freedom High does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 18.1).
- •Freedom High is the larger school with 1,885 students compared with 1,881.
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 Douglas S. Freeman High better than Freedom High?
On the Success Index (US), Freedom High ranks higher (90.6 vs 76.1 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 Douglas S. Freeman High and Freedom High?
About 146 km in a straight line, between Richmond and South Riding in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Douglas S. Freeman High: 1,881. Freedom High: 1,885. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Douglas S. Freeman High and Freedom High rank in Virginia?
Douglas S. Freeman High is 112th of 317 and Freedom High is 11th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).