I.C. Norcom High vs Rocktown High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 287 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
I.C. Norcom High
Portsmouth · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,009 students
Rocktown High
Harrisonburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,011 students
| Measure | I.C. Norcom High Portsmouth, Virginia | Rocktown High Harrisonburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #264 of 317 | #316 of 317 |
| National rank | #4905 of 16,910 | #13430 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,009 | 1,011 |
| Enrollment | 1,009 | 1,011 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100.7% | 84.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | – |
| Math proficiency | 83% | – |
| city | Portsmouth | Harrisonburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •I.C. Norcom High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.5 vs 29.6).
- •Rocktown High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.8% vs 100.7%).
- •I.C. Norcom High does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 15.1).
- •Rocktown High is the larger school with 1,011 students compared with 1,009.
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 I.C. Norcom High better than Rocktown High?
On the Success Index (US), I.C. Norcom High ranks higher (63.5 vs 29.6 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 I.C. Norcom High and Rocktown High?
About 287 km in a straight line, between Portsmouth and Harrisonburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
I.C. Norcom High: 1,009. Rocktown High: 1,011. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do I.C. Norcom High and Rocktown High rank in Virginia?
I.C. Norcom High is 264th of 317 and Rocktown High is 316th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).