Hermitage High vs John Randolph Tucker High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hermitage High
Richmond · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,719 students
John Randolph Tucker High
Richmond · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,132 students
| Measure | Hermitage High Richmond, Virginia | John Randolph Tucker High Richmond, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #281 of 317 | #271 of 317 |
| National rank | #5252 of 16,910 | #5063 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,719 | 2,132 |
| Enrollment | 1,719 | 2,132 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90% | 88.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 18.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 88% |
| city | Richmond | Richmond |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (62.1 vs 62.9).
- •John Randolph Tucker High does better on math proficiency (88% vs 82%).
- •John Randolph Tucker High does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 80%).
- •John Randolph Tucker High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.4% vs 90%).
- •Hermitage High does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 18.9).
- •John Randolph Tucker High is the larger school with 2,132 students compared with 1,719.
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 Hermitage High better than John Randolph Tucker High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Hermitage High and John Randolph Tucker High?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Richmond in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hermitage High: 1,719. John Randolph Tucker High: 2,132. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hermitage High and John Randolph Tucker High rank in Virginia?
Hermitage High is 281st of 317 and John Randolph Tucker High is 271st of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).