Aplington-Parkersburg High School vs Underwood High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Iowa, United States, 274 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
Underwood High School
Underwood · Public high · Grades 9–12
247 students
| Measure | Aplington-Parkersburg High School Parkersburg, Iowa | Underwood High School Underwood, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #71 of 319 | #35 of 319 |
| National rank | #1069 of 16,910 | #692 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 247 | 247 |
| Enrollment | 247 | 247 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.2% | 21.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 84.5% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 84.5% |
| city | Parkersburg | Underwood |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Underwood High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.5 vs 81.3).
- •Underwood High School does better on math proficiency (84.5% vs 72%).
- •Underwood High School does better on reading proficiency (84.5% vs 77%).
- •Aplington-Parkersburg High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.2% vs 21.5%).
- •Aplington-Parkersburg High School does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 15.4).
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 Underwood High School?
On the Success Index (US), Underwood High School ranks higher (84.5 vs 81.3 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 Aplington-Parkersburg High School and Underwood High School?
About 274 km in a straight line, between Parkersburg and Underwood in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aplington-Parkersburg High School: 247. Underwood High School: 247. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aplington-Parkersburg High School and Underwood High School rank in Iowa?
Aplington-Parkersburg High School is 71st of 319 and Underwood High School is 35th of 319 among high schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).