George Washington High School vs Hurricane High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in West Virginia, United States, 33 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Washington High School
Charleston · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,145 students
Hurricane High School
Hurricane · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,141 students
| Measure | George Washington High School Charleston, West Virginia | Hurricane High School Hurricane, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #14 of 110 | #7 of 110 |
| National rank | #9755 of 16,910 | #7210 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,145 | 1,141 |
| Enrollment | 1,145 | 1,141 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 22.5 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 43% |
| city | Charleston | Hurricane |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hurricane High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.4 vs 44.7).
- •George Washington High School does better on math proficiency (48% vs 43%).
- •Hurricane High School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 22.5).
- •George Washington High School is the larger school with 1,145 students compared with 1,141.
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 Hurricane High School?
On the Success Index (US), Hurricane High School ranks higher (54.4 vs 44.7 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 George Washington High School and Hurricane High School?
About 33 km in a straight line, between Charleston and Hurricane in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Washington High School: 1,145. Hurricane High School: 1,141. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Washington High School and Hurricane High School rank in West Virginia?
George Washington High School is 14th of 110 and Hurricane High School is 7th of 110 among high schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).