Parry McCluer High vs Rockbridge County High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Parry McCluer High
Buena Vista · Public high · Grades 8–12
315 students
Rockbridge County High
Lexington · Public high · Grades 9–12
916 students
| Measure | Parry McCluer High Buena Vista, Virginia | Rockbridge County High Lexington, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #266 of 317 | #111 of 317 |
| National rank | #4909 of 16,910 | #1907 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 8–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 315 | 916 |
| Enrollment | 315 | 916 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.1% | 60.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 79% | 85% |
| city | Buena Vista | Lexington |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rockbridge County High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.2 vs 63.5).
- •Rockbridge County High does better on math proficiency (85% vs 79%).
- •Rockbridge County High does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 72%).
- •Rockbridge County High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.3% vs 92.1%).
- •Rockbridge County High does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 12.6).
- •Rockbridge County High is the larger school with 916 students compared with 315.
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 Parry McCluer High better than Rockbridge County High?
On the Success Index (US), Rockbridge County High ranks higher (76.2 vs 63.5 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 Parry McCluer High and Rockbridge County High?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Buena Vista and Lexington in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Parry McCluer High: 315. Rockbridge County High: 916. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Parry McCluer High and Rockbridge County High rank in Virginia?
Parry McCluer High is 266th of 317 and Rockbridge County High is 111th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).