Linn-Mar High School vs Valley High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Iowa, United States, 186 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Linn-Mar High School
Marion · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,229 students
Valley High School
West Des Moines · Public high · Grades 10–12
2,178 students
| Measure | Linn-Mar High School Marion, Iowa | Valley High School West Des Moines, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #92 of 319 | #251 of 319 |
| National rank | #1332 of 16,910 | #4547 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 10–12 |
| Students | 2,229 | 2,178 |
| Enrollment | 2,229 | 2,178 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23.1% | 68% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 80% |
| city | Marion | West Des Moines |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Linn-Mar High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.6 vs 65.0).
- •Linn-Mar High School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 80%).
- •Valley High School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 77%).
- •Linn-Mar High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.1% vs 68%).
- •Linn-Mar High School does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 18.5).
- •Linn-Mar High School is the larger school with 2,229 students compared with 2,178.
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 Linn-Mar High School better than Valley High School?
On the Success Index (US), Linn-Mar High School ranks higher (79.6 vs 65.0 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 Linn-Mar High School and Valley High School?
About 186 km in a straight line, between Marion and West Des Moines in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Linn-Mar High School: 2,229. Valley High School: 2,178. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Linn-Mar High School and Valley High School rank in Iowa?
Linn-Mar High School is 92nd of 319 and Valley High School is 251st of 319 among high schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).