James Wood High vs John Handley High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 4.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Wood High
Winchester · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,462 students
John Handley High
Winchester · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,361 students
| Measure | James Wood High Winchester, Virginia | John Handley High Winchester, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 5% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #63 of 317 | #300 of 317 |
| National rank | #820 of 16,910 | #6297 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,462 | 1,361 |
| Enrollment | 1,462 | 1,361 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.2% | 84.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 22.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 86% | 75% |
| Math proficiency | 86% | 83% |
| city | Winchester | Winchester |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Wood High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.5 vs 58.0).
- •James Wood High does better on math proficiency (86% vs 83%).
- •James Wood High does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 75%).
- •James Wood High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.2% vs 84.5%).
- •James Wood High does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 22.0).
- •James Wood High is the larger school with 1,462 students compared with 1,361.
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 Wood High better than John Handley High?
On the Success Index (US), James Wood High ranks higher (83.5 vs 58.0 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 Wood High and John Handley High?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between Winchester and Winchester in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Wood High: 1,462. John Handley High: 1,361. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Wood High and John Handley High rank in Virginia?
James Wood High is 63rd of 317 and John Handley High is 300th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).