J.I. Burton High vs Sussex Central High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 478 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J.I. Burton High
Norton · Public high · Grades 8–12
328 students
Sussex Central High
Sussex · Public high · Grades 9–12
331 students
| Measure | J.I. Burton High Norton, Virginia | Sussex Central High Sussex, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #249 of 317 | #253 of 317 |
| National rank | #4515 of 16,910 | #4607 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 8–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 328 | 331 |
| Enrollment | 328 | 331 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.1% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 72% |
| city | Norton | Sussex |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (65.1 vs 64.7).
- •J.I. Burton High does better on math proficiency (87% vs 72%).
- •J.I. Burton High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.1% vs 100%).
- •Sussex Central High does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 13.7).
- •Sussex Central High is the larger school with 331 students compared with 328.
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.I. Burton High better than Sussex Central 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 J.I. Burton High and Sussex Central High?
About 478 km in a straight line, between Norton and Sussex in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J.I. Burton High: 328. Sussex Central High: 331. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J.I. Burton High and Sussex Central High rank in Virginia?
J.I. Burton High is 249th of 317 and Sussex Central High is 253rd of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).