I.C. Norcom High vs Waterview Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 2.5 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
Waterview Elementary
Portsmouth · Public elementary · Grades K–6
576 students
| Measure | I.C. Norcom High Portsmouth, Virginia | Waterview Elementary Portsmouth, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #264 of 317 | #1049 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #4905 of 16,910 | #24009 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 1,009 | 576 |
| Enrollment | 1,009 | 576 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100.7% | 99.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 83% | 65% |
| city | Portsmouth | Portsmouth |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •I.C. Norcom High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.5 vs 51.7).
- •I.C. Norcom High does better on math proficiency (83% vs 65%).
- •I.C. Norcom High does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 59%).
- •Waterview Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.7% vs 100.7%).
- •I.C. Norcom High does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 15.2).
- •I.C. Norcom High is the larger school with 1,009 students compared with 576.
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 Waterview Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), I.C. Norcom High ranks higher (63.5 vs 51.7 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 Waterview Elementary?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Portsmouth and Portsmouth in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
I.C. Norcom High: 1,009. Waterview Elementary: 576. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do I.C. Norcom High and Waterview Elementary rank in Virginia?
I.C. Norcom High is 264th of 317 and Waterview Elementary is 1049th of 1,142 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).