Mills E. Godwin High vs Pocahontas Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mills E. Godwin High
Richmond · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,702 students
Pocahontas Middle
Richmond · Public middle · Grades 6–8
914 students
| Measure | Mills E. Godwin High Richmond, Virginia | Pocahontas Middle Richmond, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 5% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #58 of 317 | #84 of 340 |
| National rank | #756 of 16,910 | #898 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,702 | 914 |
| Enrollment | 1,702 | 914 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.1% | 30.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 95% | 89% |
| Math proficiency | 93% | 95% |
| city | Richmond | Richmond |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (84.0 vs 83.9).
- •Pocahontas Middle does better on math proficiency (95% vs 93%).
- •Mills E. Godwin High does better on reading proficiency (95% vs 89%).
- •Mills E. Godwin High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.1% vs 30.5%).
- •Mills E. Godwin High does better on students per teacher (17.4 vs 17.6).
- •Mills E. Godwin High is the larger school with 1,702 students compared with 914.
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 Mills E. Godwin High better than Pocahontas Middle?
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 Mills E. Godwin High and Pocahontas Middle?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Richmond in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mills E. Godwin High: 1,702. Pocahontas Middle: 914. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mills E. Godwin High and Pocahontas Middle rank in Virginia?
Mills E. Godwin High is 58th of 317 and Pocahontas Middle is 84th of 340 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).