George Washington Carver Academy vs Hoyt Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Iowa, United States, 141 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Washington Carver Academy
Waterloo · Public middle · Grades 6–8
455 students
Hoyt Middle School
Des Moines · Public middle · Grades 6–8
455 students
| Measure | George Washington Carver Academy Waterloo, Iowa | Hoyt Middle School Des Moines, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #237 of 239 | #234 of 239 |
| National rank | #10894 of 15,369 | #9603 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 455 | 455 |
| Enrollment | 455 | 455 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.5% | 82.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 48% |
| city | Waterloo | Des Moines |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hoyt Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.0 vs 34.8).
- •Hoyt Middle School does better on math proficiency (48% vs 41%).
- •Hoyt Middle School does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 36%).
- •Hoyt Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.6% vs 90.5%).
- •George Washington Carver Academy does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 16.3).
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 Carver Academy better than Hoyt Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Hoyt Middle School ranks higher (41.0 vs 34.8 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 George Washington Carver Academy and Hoyt Middle School?
About 141 km in a straight line, between Waterloo and Des Moines in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Washington Carver Academy: 455. Hoyt Middle School: 455. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Washington Carver Academy and Hoyt Middle School rank in Iowa?
George Washington Carver Academy is 237th of 239 and Hoyt Middle School is 234th of 239 among middle schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).