North Polk High School vs Oskaloosa High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Iowa, United States, 99 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Polk High School
Alleman · Public high · Grades 9–12
644 students
Oskaloosa High School
Oskaloosa · Public high · Grades 9–12
632 students
| Measure | North Polk High School Alleman, Iowa | Oskaloosa High School Oskaloosa, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #76 of 319 | #276 of 319 |
| National rank | #1138 of 16,910 | #5629 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 644 | 632 |
| Enrollment | 644 | 632 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.2% | 38.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 47% |
| city | Alleman | Oskaloosa |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Polk High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.9 vs 60.7).
- •North Polk High School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 47%).
- •North Polk High School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 62%).
- •North Polk High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.2% vs 38.1%).
- •Oskaloosa High School does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 17.4).
- •North Polk High School is the larger school with 644 students compared with 632.
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 North Polk High School better than Oskaloosa High School?
On the Success Index (US), North Polk High School ranks higher (80.9 vs 60.7 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 North Polk High School and Oskaloosa High School?
About 99 km in a straight line, between Alleman and Oskaloosa in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Polk High School: 644. Oskaloosa High School: 632. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Polk High School and Oskaloosa High School rank in Iowa?
North Polk High School is 76th of 319 and Oskaloosa High School is 276th of 319 among high schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).