East High School vs North High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Iowa, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East High School
Des Moines · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,952 students
North High School
Des Moines · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,428 students
| Measure | East High School Des Moines, Iowa | North High School Des Moines, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #318 of 319 | #317 of 319 |
| National rank | #14628 of 16,910 | #14448 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,952 | 1,428 |
| Enrollment | 1,952 | 1,428 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.4% | 84% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 21.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 32% |
| city | Des Moines | Des Moines |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.7 vs 23.7).
- •North High School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 26%).
- •East High School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 36%).
- •East High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.4% vs 84%).
- •North High School does better on students per teacher (21.6 vs 21.9).
- •East High School is the larger school with 1,952 students compared with 1,428.
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 East High School better than North High School?
On the Success Index (US), North High School ranks higher (24.7 vs 23.7 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 East High School and North High School?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Des Moines and Des Moines in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East High School: 1,952. North High School: 1,428. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East High School and North High School rank in Iowa?
East High School is 318th of 319 and North High School is 317th of 319 among high schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).