George Washington High School vs Indianola High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Iowa, United States, 174 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Washington High School
Cedar Rapids · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,182 students
Indianola High School
Indianola · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,165 students
| Measure | George Washington High School Cedar Rapids, Iowa | Indianola High School Indianola, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #262 of 319 | #188 of 319 |
| National rank | #4930 of 16,910 | #2736 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,182 | 1,165 |
| Enrollment | 1,182 | 1,165 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.7% | 24% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 67% |
| city | Cedar Rapids | Indianola |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Indianola High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.3 vs 63.4).
- •Indianola High School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 66%).
- •Indianola High School does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 67%).
- •Indianola High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24% vs 54.7%).
- •George Washington High School does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 18.5).
- •George Washington High School is the larger school with 1,182 students compared with 1,165.
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 High School better than Indianola High School?
On the Success Index (US), Indianola High School ranks higher (72.3 vs 63.4 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 High School and Indianola High School?
About 174 km in a straight line, between Cedar Rapids and Indianola in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Washington High School: 1,182. Indianola High School: 1,165. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Washington High School and Indianola High School rank in Iowa?
George Washington High School is 262nd of 319 and Indianola High School is 188th of 319 among high schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).