Amundsen High School vs Washington G High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Illinois, United States, 34 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Amundsen High School
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,507 students
Washington G High School
Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,520 students
| Measure | Amundsen High School Chicago, Illinois | Washington G High School Chicago, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #266 of 691 | #581 of 691 |
| National rank | #10910 of 16,910 | #15848 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,507 | 1,520 |
| Enrollment | 1,507 | 1,520 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.2% | 80.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 10% |
| city | Chicago | Chicago |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Amundsen High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.2 vs 16.6).
- •Amundsen High School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 10%).
- •Amundsen High School does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 17%).
- •Amundsen High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.2% vs 80.7%).
- •Washington G High School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 14.9).
- •Washington G High School is the larger school with 1,520 students compared with 1,507.
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 Amundsen High School better than Washington G High School?
On the Success Index (US), Amundsen High School ranks higher (40.2 vs 16.6 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 Amundsen High School and Washington G High School?
About 34 km in a straight line, between Chicago and Chicago in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Amundsen High School: 1,507. Washington G High School: 1,520. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Amundsen High School and Washington G High School rank in Illinois?
Amundsen High School is 266th of 691 and Washington G High School is 581st of 691 among high schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).