The IQ Ranking of U.S. Presidents: Who’s Smarter Than You Think?


Lyndon B. Johnson (IQ: 130-135)

Lyndon B. Johnson, the mastermind behind the Great Society programs, had an IQ between 130 and 135. LBJ knew how to get things done, especially in Congress. His intelligence was all about political strategy and maneuvering through complex issues. But, as with so many others, his legacy got bogged down by the Vietnam War. Johnson was definitely a sharp cookie, but even the smartest leaders can stumble when the stakes are high.

Ronald Reagan (IQ: 130-135)

Ronald Reagan, the “Great Communicator,” had an IQ estimated between 130 and 135. Reagan’s smarts weren’t so much about book learning as they were about connecting with people. He played a huge role in ending the Cold War, and his economic policies—love ‘em or hate ‘em—shaped a generation. Reagan’s intelligence was more emotional and strategic, proving that sometimes, it’s not just what you know, but how you use it.