Staunton High vs Wilson Memorial High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 7.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Staunton High
Staunton · Public high · Grades 9–12
766 students
Wilson Memorial High
Fishersville · Public high · Grades 9–12
837 students
| Measure | Staunton High Staunton, Virginia | Wilson Memorial High Fishersville, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #207 of 317 | #115 of 317 |
| National rank | #3899 of 16,910 | #1990 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 766 | 837 |
| Enrollment | 766 | 837 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85% | 55.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 80% | 90% |
| city | Staunton | Fishersville |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wilson Memorial High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.8 vs 67.7).
- •Wilson Memorial High does better on math proficiency (90% vs 80%).
- •Wilson Memorial High does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 82%).
- •Wilson Memorial High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.1% vs 85%).
- •Staunton High does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 14.2).
- •Wilson Memorial High is the larger school with 837 students compared with 766.
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 Staunton High better than Wilson Memorial High?
On the Success Index (US), Wilson Memorial High ranks higher (75.8 vs 67.7 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 Staunton High and Wilson Memorial High?
About 7.6 km in a straight line, between Staunton and Fishersville in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Staunton High: 766. Wilson Memorial High: 837. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Staunton High and Wilson Memorial High rank in Virginia?
Staunton High is 207th of 317 and Wilson Memorial High is 115th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).