James River High vs Midlothian High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 6.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James River High
Midlothian · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,842 students
Midlothian High
Midlothian · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,048 students
| Measure | James River High Midlothian, Virginia | Midlothian High Midlothian, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #73 of 317 | #27 of 317 |
| National rank | #927 of 16,910 | #352 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,842 | 2,048 |
| Enrollment | 1,842 | 2,048 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.5% | 15% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 90% | 95% |
| Math proficiency | 85% | 93% |
| city | Midlothian | Midlothian |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Midlothian High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.3 vs 82.6).
- •Midlothian High does better on math proficiency (93% vs 85%).
- •Midlothian High does better on reading proficiency (95% vs 90%).
- •Midlothian High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15% vs 31.5%).
- •James River High does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 16.0).
- •Midlothian High is the larger school with 2,048 students compared with 1,842.
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 Midlothian High?
On the Success Index (US), Midlothian High ranks higher (88.3 vs 82.6 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 James River High and Midlothian High?
About 6.3 km in a straight line, between Midlothian and Midlothian in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James River High: 1,842. Midlothian High: 2,048. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James River High and Midlothian High rank in Virginia?
James River High is 73rd of 317 and Midlothian High is 27th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).