Floyd Kellam High vs James River High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 167 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Floyd Kellam High
Virginia Beach · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,842 students
James River High
Midlothian · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,842 students
| Measure | Floyd Kellam High Virginia Beach, Virginia | James River High Midlothian, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #47 of 317 | #73 of 317 |
| National rank | #585 of 16,910 | #927 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,842 | 1,842 |
| Enrollment | 1,842 | 1,842 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.5% | 31.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 95% | 90% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 85% |
| city | Virginia Beach | Midlothian |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Floyd Kellam High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.6 vs 82.6).
- •Floyd Kellam High does better on math proficiency (87% vs 85%).
- •Floyd Kellam High does better on reading proficiency (95% vs 90%).
- •Floyd Kellam High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.5% vs 31.5%).
- •James River High does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 18.1).
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 Floyd Kellam High better than James River High?
On the Success Index (US), Floyd Kellam High ranks higher (85.6 vs 82.6 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 Floyd Kellam High and James River High?
About 167 km in a straight line, between Virginia Beach and Midlothian in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Floyd Kellam High: 1,842. James River High: 1,842. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Floyd Kellam High and James River High rank in Virginia?
Floyd Kellam High is 47th of 317 and James River High is 73rd of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).