Northside High vs Rockbridge County High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 73 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northside High
Roanoke · Public high · Grades 9–12
919 students
Rockbridge County High
Lexington · Public high · Grades 9–12
916 students
| Measure | Northside High Roanoke, Virginia | Rockbridge County High Lexington, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #144 of 317 | #111 of 317 |
| National rank | #2700 of 16,910 | #1907 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 919 | 916 |
| Enrollment | 919 | 916 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.2% | 60.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 93% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 89% | 85% |
| city | Roanoke | Lexington |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rockbridge County High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.2 vs 72.5).
- •Northside High does better on math proficiency (89% vs 85%).
- •Northside High does better on reading proficiency (93% vs 87%).
- •Rockbridge County High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.3% vs 68.2%).
- •Rockbridge County High does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 15.1).
- •Northside High is the larger school with 919 students compared with 916.
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 Northside High better than Rockbridge County High?
On the Success Index (US), Rockbridge County High ranks higher (76.2 vs 72.5 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 Northside High and Rockbridge County High?
About 73 km in a straight line, between Roanoke and Lexington in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northside High: 919. Rockbridge County High: 916. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northside High and Rockbridge County High rank in Virginia?
Northside High is 144th of 317 and Rockbridge County High is 111th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).