James River High vs Luray High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 164 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James River High
Buchanan · Public high · Grades 9–12
464 students
Luray High
Luray · Public high · Grades 9–12
452 students
| Measure | James River High Buchanan, Virginia | Luray High Luray, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #71 of 317 | #203 of 317 |
| National rank | #914 of 16,910 | #3817 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 464 | 452 |
| Enrollment | 464 | 452 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.4% | 81% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 92% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 90% | 74% |
| city | Buchanan | Luray |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James River High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.7 vs 68.0).
- •James River High does better on math proficiency (90% vs 74%).
- •James River High does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 82%).
- •James River High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.4% vs 81%).
- •Luray High does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 15.0).
- •James River High is the larger school with 464 students compared with 452.
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 James River High better than Luray High?
On the Success Index (US), James River High ranks higher (82.7 vs 68.0 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 James River High and Luray High?
About 164 km in a straight line, between Buchanan and Luray in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James River High: 464. Luray High: 452. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James River High and Luray High rank in Virginia?
James River High is 71st of 317 and Luray High is 203rd of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).