Benjamin Harrison Elementary Sch vs East Chicago Central High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 791 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Harrison Elementary Sch
East Chicago · Public elementary · Grades K–6
400 students
East Chicago Central High School
East Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,052 students
| Measure | Benjamin Harrison Elementary Sch East Chicago, Indiana | East Chicago Central High School East Chicago, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1018 of 1,053 | #328 of 387 |
| National rank | #44507 of 50,301 | #12064 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 400 | 1,052 |
| Enrollment | 400 | 1,052 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74% | 72.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 16% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 17% |
| city | East Chicago | East Chicago |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Chicago Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.6 vs 20.5).
- •East Chicago Central High School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 16%).
- •East Chicago Central High School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 16%).
- •East Chicago Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.3% vs 74%).
- •East Chicago Central High School does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 13.8).
- •East Chicago Central High School is the larger school with 1,052 students compared with 400.
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 Benjamin Harrison Elementary Sch better than East Chicago Central High School?
On the Success Index (US), East Chicago Central High School ranks higher (35.6 vs 20.5 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 Benjamin Harrison Elementary Sch and East Chicago Central High School?
About 791 m in a straight line, between East Chicago and East Chicago in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Harrison Elementary Sch: 400. East Chicago Central High School: 1,052. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Harrison Elementary Sch and East Chicago Central High School rank in Indiana?
Benjamin Harrison Elementary Sch is 1018th of 1,053 and East Chicago Central High School is 328th of 387 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).