Banneker Elementary at Marquette vs Charter School of the Dunes
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Banneker Elementary at Marquette
Gary · Public elementary · Grades K–5
293 students
Charter School of the Dunes
Gary · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
836 students
| Measure | Banneker Elementary at Marquette Gary, Indiana | Charter School of the Dunes Gary, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1012 of 1,053 | #1045 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #44145 of 50,301 | #47342 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 293 | 836 |
| Enrollment | 293 | 836 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.8% | 67.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 12% |
| city | Gary | Gary |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Banneker Elementary at Marquette scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.1 vs 15.6).
- •Banneker Elementary at Marquette does better on math proficiency (24% vs 12%).
- •Banneker Elementary at Marquette does better on reading proficiency (24% vs 15%).
- •Banneker Elementary at Marquette does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.8% vs 67.5%).
- •Charter School of the Dunes does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 18.3).
- •Charter School of the Dunes is the larger school with 836 students compared with 293.
- •Banneker Elementary at Marquette is a public school while Charter School of the Dunes is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Banneker Elementary at Marquette better than Charter School of the Dunes?
On the Success Index (US), Banneker Elementary at Marquette ranks higher (21.1 vs 15.6 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 Banneker Elementary at Marquette and Charter School of the Dunes?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Gary and Gary in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Banneker Elementary at Marquette: 293. Charter School of the Dunes: 836. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Banneker Elementary at Marquette and Charter School of the Dunes rank in Indiana?
Banneker Elementary at Marquette is 1012th of 1,053 and Charter School of the Dunes is 1045th of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).