Franklin Military Academy vs Varina High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 6.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin Military Academy
Richmond · Public high · Grades 6–12
335 students
Varina High
Richmond · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,420 students
| Measure | Franklin Military Academy Richmond, Virginia | Varina High Richmond, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #157 of 317 | #243 of 317 |
| National rank | #2923 of 16,910 | #4474 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 335 | 1,420 |
| Enrollment | 335 | 1,420 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.7% | 86.3% |
| Students per teacher | 6.4 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 86% | 79% |
| city | Richmond | Richmond |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franklin Military Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.5 vs 65.3).
- •Franklin Military Academy does better on math proficiency (86% vs 79%).
- •Franklin Military Academy does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 77%).
- •Varina High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.3% vs 99.7%).
- •Franklin Military Academy does better on students per teacher (6.4 vs 13.8).
- •Varina High is the larger school with 1,420 students compared with 335.
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 Franklin Military Academy better than Varina High?
On the Success Index (US), Franklin Military Academy ranks higher (71.5 vs 65.3 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 Franklin Military Academy and Varina High?
About 6.6 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Richmond in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Military Academy: 335. Varina High: 1,420. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Military Academy and Varina High rank in Virginia?
Franklin Military Academy is 157th of 317 and Varina High is 243rd of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).