Edwin A. Gibson Elementary vs George Washington High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edwin A. Gibson Elementary
Danville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
466 students
George Washington High
Danville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,248 students
| Measure | Edwin A. Gibson Elementary Danville, Virginia | George Washington High Danville, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1094 of 1,142 | #303 of 317 |
| National rank | #30019 of 50,301 | #6405 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 466 | 1,248 |
| Enrollment | 466 | 1,248 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.8% | 93.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 57% |
| city | Danville | Danville |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George Washington High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.6 vs 42.9).
- •George Washington High does better on math proficiency (57% vs 49%).
- •George Washington High does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 49%).
- •George Washington High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.8% vs 94.8%).
- •George Washington High does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 14.1).
- •George Washington High is the larger school with 1,248 students compared with 466.
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 Edwin A. Gibson Elementary better than George Washington High?
On the Success Index (US), George Washington High ranks higher (57.6 vs 42.9 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 Edwin A. Gibson Elementary and George Washington High?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Danville and Danville in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edwin A. Gibson Elementary: 466. George Washington High: 1,248. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edwin A. Gibson Elementary and George Washington High rank in Virginia?
Edwin A. Gibson Elementary is 1094th of 1,142 and George Washington High is 303rd of 317 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).