J.B. Fisher Elementary vs James River High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 5.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J.B. Fisher Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
285 students
James River High
Midlothian · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,842 students
| Measure | J.B. Fisher Elementary Richmond, Virginia | James River High Midlothian, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #1061 of 1,142 | #73 of 317 |
| National rank | #25248 of 50,301 | #927 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 285 | 1,842 |
| Enrollment | 285 | 1,842 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100.7% | 31.5% |
| Students per teacher | 20.4 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 90% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 85% |
| city | Richmond | Midlothian |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James River High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.6 vs 49.9).
- •James River High does better on math proficiency (85% vs 72%).
- •James River High does better on reading proficiency (90% vs 62%).
- •James River High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.5% vs 100.7%).
- •James River High does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 20.4).
- •James River High is the larger school with 1,842 students compared with 285.
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 J.B. Fisher Elementary better than James River High?
On the Success Index (US), James River High ranks higher (82.6 vs 49.9 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 J.B. Fisher Elementary and James River High?
About 5.9 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Midlothian in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J.B. Fisher Elementary: 285. James River High: 1,842. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J.B. Fisher Elementary and James River High rank in Virginia?
J.B. Fisher Elementary is 1061st of 1,142 and James River High is 73rd of 317 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).