Frank W. Cox High vs Sherando High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 307 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frank W. Cox High
Virginia Beach · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,631 students
Sherando High
Stephens City · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,631 students
| Measure | Frank W. Cox High Virginia Beach, Virginia | Sherando High Stephens City, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 5% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #61 of 317 | #75 of 317 |
| National rank | #809 of 16,910 | #954 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,631 | 1,631 |
| Enrollment | 1,631 | 1,631 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26.2% | 35.1% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 94% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 95% | 86% |
| city | Virginia Beach | Stephens City |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Frank W. Cox High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.6 vs 82.5).
- •Frank W. Cox High does better on math proficiency (95% vs 86%).
- •Frank W. Cox High does better on reading proficiency (94% vs 88%).
- •Frank W. Cox High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.2% vs 35.1%).
- •Sherando High does better on students per teacher (14.6 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 Frank W. Cox High better than Sherando High?
On the Success Index (US), Frank W. Cox High ranks higher (83.6 vs 82.5 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 Frank W. Cox High and Sherando High?
About 307 km in a straight line, between Virginia Beach and Stephens City in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frank W. Cox High: 1,631. Sherando High: 1,631. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frank W. Cox High and Sherando High rank in Virginia?
Frank W. Cox High is 61st of 317 and Sherando High is 75th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).