Ames High School vs Northwood Pre-School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ames High School
Ames · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,440 students
Northwood Pre-School
Ames · Public other · Grades PK–PK
244 students
| Measure | Ames High School Ames, Iowa | Northwood Pre-School Ames, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 10% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #101 of 319 | – |
| National rank | #1438 of 16,910 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Other |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 1,440 | 244 |
| Enrollment | 1,440 | 244 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.9% | 41% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 24.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | – |
| Math proficiency | 80% | – |
| city | Ames | Ames |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ames High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.9% vs 41%).
- •Ames High School does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 24.4).
- •Ames High School is the larger school with 1,440 students compared with 244.
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 Ames High School better than Northwood Pre-School?
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 Ames High School and Northwood Pre-School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Ames and Ames in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ames High School: 1,440. Northwood Pre-School: 244. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ames High School and Northwood Pre-School rank in Iowa?
Ames High School is 101st of 319 and Northwood Pre-School is unranked among high schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).