Aplington-Parkersburg High School vs Bedford High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Iowa, United States, 266 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aplington-Parkersburg High School
Parkersburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
247 students
Bedford High School
Bedford · Public high · Grades 6–12
245 students
| Measure | Aplington-Parkersburg High School Parkersburg, Iowa | Bedford High School Bedford, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 78 Top 10% |
| State rank | #71 of 319 | #116 of 319 |
| National rank | #1069 of 16,910 | #1591 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 247 | 245 |
| Enrollment | 247 | 245 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.2% | 44.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 77% |
| city | Parkersburg | Bedford |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Aplington-Parkersburg High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.3 vs 77.9).
- •Bedford High School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 72%).
- •Aplington-Parkersburg High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.2% vs 44.5%).
- •Bedford High School does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 14.5).
- •Aplington-Parkersburg High School is the larger school with 247 students compared with 245.
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 Aplington-Parkersburg High School better than Bedford High School?
On the Success Index (US), Aplington-Parkersburg High School ranks higher (81.3 vs 77.9 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 Aplington-Parkersburg High School and Bedford High School?
About 266 km in a straight line, between Parkersburg and Bedford in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aplington-Parkersburg High School: 247. Bedford High School: 245. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aplington-Parkersburg High School and Bedford High School rank in Iowa?
Aplington-Parkersburg High School is 71st of 319 and Bedford High School is 116th of 319 among high schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).