John Randolph Tucker High vs Western Branch High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 133 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
Western Branch High
Chesapeake · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,138 students
| Measure | John Randolph Tucker High Richmond, Virginia | Western Branch High Chesapeake, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #271 of 317 | #142 of 317 |
| National rank | #5063 of 16,910 | #2660 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,132 | 2,138 |
| Enrollment | 2,132 | 2,138 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.4% | 72.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 88% | 95% |
| city | Richmond | Chesapeake |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Western Branch High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.7 vs 62.9).
- •Western Branch High does better on math proficiency (95% vs 88%).
- •Western Branch High does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 85%).
- •Western Branch High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.8% vs 88.4%).
- •Western Branch High does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 18.9).
- •Western Branch High is the larger school with 2,138 students compared with 2,132.
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 Western Branch High?
On the Success Index (US), Western Branch High ranks higher (72.7 vs 62.9 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 Western Branch High?
About 133 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Chesapeake in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Randolph Tucker High: 2,132. Western Branch High: 2,138. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Randolph Tucker High and Western Branch High rank in Virginia?
John Randolph Tucker High is 271st of 317 and Western Branch High is 142nd of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).