John Randolph Tucker High vs Skipwith Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 1.5 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
Skipwith Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
603 students
| Measure | John Randolph Tucker High Richmond, Virginia | Skipwith Elementary Richmond, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #271 of 317 | #872 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #5063 of 16,910 | #15631 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,132 | 603 |
| Enrollment | 2,132 | 603 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.4% | 88.1% |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 88% | 80% |
| city | Richmond | Richmond |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (62.9 vs 63.8).
- •John Randolph Tucker High does better on math proficiency (88% vs 80%).
- •John Randolph Tucker High does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 71%).
- •Skipwith Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.1% vs 88.4%).
- •Skipwith Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 18.9).
- •John Randolph Tucker High is the larger school with 2,132 students compared with 603.
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 Skipwith Elementary?
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 John Randolph Tucker High and Skipwith Elementary?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Richmond in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Randolph Tucker High: 2,132. Skipwith Elementary: 603. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Randolph Tucker High and Skipwith Elementary rank in Virginia?
John Randolph Tucker High is 271st of 317 and Skipwith Elementary is 872nd of 1,142 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).