James River High vs Ocean Lakes High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 171 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
Ocean Lakes High
Virginia Beach · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,834 students
| Measure | James River High Midlothian, Virginia | Ocean Lakes High Virginia Beach, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #73 of 317 | #70 of 317 |
| National rank | #927 of 16,910 | #906 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,842 | 1,834 |
| Enrollment | 1,842 | 1,834 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.5% | 30% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 90% | 93% |
| Math proficiency | 85% | 92% |
| city | Midlothian | Virginia Beach |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (82.6 vs 82.8).
- •Ocean Lakes High does better on math proficiency (92% vs 85%).
- •Ocean Lakes High does better on reading proficiency (93% vs 90%).
- •Ocean Lakes High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30% vs 31.5%).
- •James River High does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 17.3).
- •James River High is the larger school with 1,842 students compared with 1,834.
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 Ocean Lakes 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 James River High and Ocean Lakes High?
About 171 km in a straight line, between Midlothian and Virginia Beach in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James River High: 1,842. Ocean Lakes High: 1,834. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James River High and Ocean Lakes High rank in Virginia?
James River High is 73rd of 317 and Ocean Lakes High is 70th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).