Barker Middle School vs West Vigo Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Indiana, United States, 253 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barker Middle School
Michigan City · Public middle · Grades 7–8
390 students
West Vigo Middle School
West Terre Haute · Public middle · Grades 6–8
390 students
| Measure | Barker Middle School Michigan City, Indiana | West Vigo Middle School West Terre Haute, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #241 of 335 | #246 of 335 |
| National rank | #9435 of 15,369 | #9709 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 390 | 390 |
| Enrollment | 390 | 390 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.2% | 59.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 27% |
| city | Michigan City | West Terre Haute |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Barker Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.7 vs 40.5).
- •Barker Middle School does better on math proficiency (35% vs 27%).
- •West Vigo Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.2% vs 69.2%).
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 Barker Middle School better than West Vigo Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Barker Middle School ranks higher (41.7 vs 40.5 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 Barker Middle School and West Vigo Middle School?
About 253 km in a straight line, between Michigan City and West Terre Haute in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barker Middle School: 390. West Vigo Middle School: 390. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barker Middle School and West Vigo Middle School rank in Indiana?
Barker Middle School is 241st of 335 and West Vigo Middle School is 246th of 335 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).