First Colonial High vs Frank W. Cox High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
First Colonial High
Virginia Beach · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,727 students
Frank W. Cox High
Virginia Beach · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,631 students
| Measure | First Colonial High Virginia Beach, Virginia | Frank W. Cox High Virginia Beach, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 84 Top 5% |
| State rank | #90 of 317 | #61 of 317 |
| National rank | #1121 of 16,910 | #809 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,727 | 1,631 |
| Enrollment | 1,727 | 1,631 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31% | 26.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 90% | 94% |
| Math proficiency | 94% | 95% |
| city | Virginia Beach | Virginia Beach |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Frank W. Cox High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.6 vs 81.0).
- •Frank W. Cox High does better on math proficiency (95% vs 94%).
- •Frank W. Cox High does better on reading proficiency (94% vs 90%).
- •Frank W. Cox High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.2% vs 31%).
- •Frank W. Cox High does better on students per teacher (18.1 vs 18.4).
- •First Colonial High is the larger school with 1,727 students compared with 1,631.
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 First Colonial High better than Frank W. Cox High?
On the Success Index (US), Frank W. Cox High ranks higher (83.6 vs 81.0 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 First Colonial High and Frank W. Cox High?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Virginia Beach and Virginia Beach in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
First Colonial High: 1,727. Frank W. Cox High: 1,631. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do First Colonial High and Frank W. Cox High rank in Virginia?
First Colonial High is 90th of 317 and Frank W. Cox High is 61st of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).