George Washington High vs Lafayette High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 249 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Washington High
Danville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,248 students
Lafayette High
Williamsburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,247 students
| Measure | George Washington High Danville, Virginia | Lafayette High Williamsburg, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 67 Top 25% |
| State rank | #303 of 317 | #211 of 317 |
| National rank | #6405 of 16,910 | #3964 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,248 | 1,247 |
| Enrollment | 1,248 | 1,247 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.8% | 64.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 80% |
| city | Danville | Williamsburg |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lafayette High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.4 vs 57.6).
- •Lafayette High does better on math proficiency (80% vs 57%).
- •Lafayette High does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 68%).
- •Lafayette High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.6% vs 93.8%).
- •George Washington High does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 17.1).
- •George Washington High is the larger school with 1,248 students compared with 1,247.
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 better than Lafayette High?
On the Success Index (US), Lafayette High ranks higher (67.4 vs 57.6 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 and Lafayette High?
About 249 km in a straight line, between Danville and Williamsburg in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Washington High: 1,248. Lafayette High: 1,247. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Washington High and Lafayette High rank in Virginia?
George Washington High is 303rd of 317 and Lafayette High is 211th of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).