Douglas S. Freeman High vs John Randolph Tucker High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 3.2 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
John Randolph Tucker High
Richmond · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,132 students
| Measure | Douglas S. Freeman High Richmond, Virginia | John Randolph Tucker High Richmond, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #112 of 317 | #271 of 317 |
| National rank | #1915 of 16,910 | #5063 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,881 | 2,132 |
| Enrollment | 1,881 | 2,132 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.5% | 88.4% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 18.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 91% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 88% | 88% |
| city | Richmond | Richmond |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Douglas S. Freeman High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.1 vs 62.9).
- •Douglas S. Freeman High does better on reading proficiency (91% vs 85%).
- •Douglas S. Freeman High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.5% vs 88.4%).
- •Douglas S. Freeman High does better on students per teacher (18.1 vs 18.9).
- •John Randolph Tucker High is the larger school with 2,132 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 John Randolph Tucker High?
On the Success Index (US), Douglas S. Freeman High ranks higher (76.1 vs 62.9 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 Douglas S. Freeman High and John Randolph Tucker High?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Richmond in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Douglas S. Freeman High: 1,881. John Randolph Tucker High: 2,132. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Douglas S. Freeman High and John Randolph Tucker High rank in Virginia?
Douglas S. Freeman High is 112th of 317 and John Randolph Tucker High is 271st of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).