Banneker Elementary at Marquette vs Gary Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 1.5 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
Gary Middle School
Gary · Public middle · Grades 6–8
365 students
| Measure | Banneker Elementary at Marquette Gary, Indiana | Gary Middle School Gary, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1012 of 1,053 | #331 of 335 |
| National rank | #44145 of 50,301 | #13957 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 293 | 365 |
| Enrollment | 293 | 365 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.8% | 62.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 13% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 5% |
| city | Gary | Gary |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Banneker Elementary at Marquette scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.1 vs 18.9).
- •Banneker Elementary at Marquette does better on math proficiency (24% vs 5%).
- •Banneker Elementary at Marquette does better on reading proficiency (24% vs 13%).
- •Gary Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.5% vs 64.8%).
- •Gary Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 18.3).
- •Gary Middle School is the larger school with 365 students compared with 293.
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 Gary Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Banneker Elementary at Marquette ranks higher (21.1 vs 18.9 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 Banneker Elementary at Marquette and Gary Middle School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Gary and Gary in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Banneker Elementary at Marquette: 293. Gary Middle School: 365. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Banneker Elementary at Marquette and Gary Middle School rank in Indiana?
Banneker Elementary at Marquette is 1012th of 1,053 and Gary Middle School is 331st of 335 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).