Jamestown High vs Lafayette High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 7.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jamestown High
Williamsburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,243 students
Lafayette High
Williamsburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,247 students
| Measure | Jamestown High Williamsburg, Virginia | Lafayette High Williamsburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 5% | 67 Top 25% |
| State rank | #62 of 317 | #211 of 317 |
| National rank | #812 of 16,910 | #3964 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,243 | 1,247 |
| Enrollment | 1,243 | 1,247 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.9% | 64.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 92% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 88% | 80% |
| city | Williamsburg | Williamsburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jamestown High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.6 vs 67.4).
- •Jamestown High does better on math proficiency (88% vs 80%).
- •Jamestown High does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 83%).
- •Jamestown High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.9% vs 64.6%).
- •Lafayette High does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 17.3).
- •Lafayette High is the larger school with 1,247 students compared with 1,243.
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 Jamestown High better than Lafayette High?
On the Success Index (US), Jamestown High ranks higher (83.6 vs 67.4 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 Jamestown High and Lafayette High?
About 7.4 km in a straight line, between Williamsburg and Williamsburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jamestown High: 1,243. Lafayette High: 1,247. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jamestown High and Lafayette High rank in Virginia?
Jamestown High is 62nd of 317 and Lafayette High is 211th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).