George Washington High School vs Indianapolis Metropolitan High Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Indiana, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Washington High School
Indianapolis · Public high · Grades 9–12
729 students
Indianapolis Metropolitan High Sch
Indianapolis · Charter high · Grades 9–12
194 students
| Measure | George Washington High School Indianapolis, Indiana | Indianapolis Metropolitan High Sch Indianapolis, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #380 of 387 | #377 of 387 |
| National rank | #15531 of 16,910 | #15371 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 729 | 194 |
| Enrollment | 729 | 194 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.1% | 73.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 8.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 7.5% | 5% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 5% |
| city | Indianapolis | Indianapolis |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (18.5 vs 19.3).
- •Indianapolis Metropolitan High Sch does better on math proficiency (5% vs 2.5%).
- •George Washington High School does better on reading proficiency (7.5% vs 5%).
- •George Washington High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.1% vs 73.7%).
- •Indianapolis Metropolitan High Sch does better on students per teacher (8.8 vs 14.6).
- •George Washington High School is the larger school with 729 students compared with 194.
- •George Washington High School is a public school while Indianapolis Metropolitan High Sch is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 High School better than Indianapolis Metropolitan High Sch?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are George Washington High School and Indianapolis Metropolitan High Sch?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Indianapolis and Indianapolis in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Washington High School: 729. Indianapolis Metropolitan High Sch: 194. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Washington High School and Indianapolis Metropolitan High Sch rank in Indiana?
George Washington High School is 380th of 387 and Indianapolis Metropolitan High Sch is 377th of 387 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).