John Champe High vs Mount Vernon High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 47 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Champe High
Aldie · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,851 students
Mount Vernon High
Alexandria · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,858 students
| Measure | John Champe High Aldie, Virginia | Mount Vernon High Alexandria, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 88 Top 5% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #25 of 317 | #170 of 317 |
| National rank | #348 of 16,910 | #3164 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,851 | 1,858 |
| Enrollment | 1,851 | 1,858 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 22.5% | 57.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 10.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 94% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 83% | 69% |
| city | Aldie | Alexandria |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Champe High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.3 vs 70.6).
- •John Champe High does better on math proficiency (83% vs 69%).
- •John Champe High does better on reading proficiency (94% vs 71%).
- •John Champe High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.5% vs 57.1%).
- •Mount Vernon High does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 13.5).
- •Mount Vernon High is the larger school with 1,858 students compared with 1,851.
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 John Champe High better than Mount Vernon High?
On the Success Index (US), John Champe High ranks higher (88.3 vs 70.6 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 John Champe High and Mount Vernon High?
About 47 km in a straight line, between Aldie and Alexandria in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Champe High: 1,851. Mount Vernon High: 1,858. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Champe High and Mount Vernon High rank in Virginia?
John Champe High is 25th of 317 and Mount Vernon High is 170th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).