John Randolph Tucker High vs Ridge Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Randolph Tucker High
Richmond · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,132 students
Ridge Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
512 students
| Measure | John Randolph Tucker High Richmond, Virginia | Ridge Elementary Richmond, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #271 of 317 | #958 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #5063 of 16,910 | #18073 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,132 | 512 |
| Enrollment | 2,132 | 512 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.4% | 87.7% |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 88% | 74% |
| city | Richmond | Richmond |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Randolph Tucker High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.9 vs 60.2).
- •John Randolph Tucker High does better on math proficiency (88% vs 74%).
- •John Randolph Tucker High does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 66%).
- •Ridge Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.7% vs 88.4%).
- •Ridge Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 18.9).
- •John Randolph Tucker High is the larger school with 2,132 students compared with 512.
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 Randolph Tucker High better than Ridge Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), John Randolph Tucker High ranks higher (62.9 vs 60.2 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 Randolph Tucker High and Ridge Elementary?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Richmond in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Randolph Tucker High: 2,132. Ridge Elementary: 512. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Randolph Tucker High and Ridge Elementary rank in Virginia?
John Randolph Tucker High is 271st of 317 and Ridge Elementary is 958th of 1,142 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).