George Washington Preparatory High vs West Valley Early College High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 805 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Washington Preparatory High
Los Angeles · Public high · Grades 9–12
738 students
West Valley Early College High
Cottonwood · Public high · Grades 9–12
736 students
| Measure | George Washington Preparatory High Los Angeles, California | West Valley Early College High Cottonwood, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1260 of 1,343 | #563 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #16158 of 16,910 | #10758 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 738 | 736 |
| Enrollment | 738 | 736 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.2% | 47.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 22.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 27% |
| city | Los Angeles | Cottonwood |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Valley Early College High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.9 vs 14.3).
- •West Valley Early College High does better on math proficiency (27% vs 7%).
- •West Valley Early College High does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 29%).
- •West Valley Early College High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.1% vs 97.2%).
- •George Washington Preparatory High does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 22.3).
- •George Washington Preparatory High is the larger school with 738 students compared with 736.
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 George Washington Preparatory High better than West Valley Early College High?
On the Success Index (US), West Valley Early College High ranks higher (40.9 vs 14.3 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 George Washington Preparatory High and West Valley Early College High?
About 805 km in a straight line, between Los Angeles and Cottonwood in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Washington Preparatory High: 738. West Valley Early College High: 736. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Washington Preparatory High and West Valley Early College High rank in California?
George Washington Preparatory High is 1260th of 1,343 and West Valley Early College High is 563rd of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).