Benjamin Harrison Elementary Sch vs Washington Irving Elementary Sch
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.
Benjamin Harrison Elementary Sch
East Chicago · Public elementary · Grades K–6
400 students
Washington Irving Elementary Sch
Hammond · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
754 students
| Measure | Benjamin Harrison Elementary Sch East Chicago, Indiana | Washington Irving Elementary Sch Hammond, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1018 of 1,053 | #996 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #44507 of 50,301 | #43112 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 400 | 754 |
| Enrollment | 400 | 754 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74% | 56.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 16% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 24% |
| city | East Chicago | Hammond |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Irving Elementary Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.8 vs 20.5).
- •Washington Irving Elementary Sch does better on math proficiency (24% vs 16%).
- •Washington Irving Elementary Sch does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 16%).
- •Washington Irving Elementary Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.4% vs 74%).
- •Benjamin Harrison Elementary Sch does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 20.4).
- •Washington Irving Elementary Sch is the larger school with 754 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 Washington Irving Elementary Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Irving Elementary Sch ranks higher (22.8 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 Washington Irving Elementary Sch?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between East Chicago and Hammond in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Harrison Elementary Sch: 400. Washington Irving Elementary Sch: 754. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Harrison Elementary Sch and Washington Irving Elementary Sch rank in Indiana?
Benjamin Harrison Elementary Sch is 1018th of 1,053 and Washington Irving Elementary Sch is 996th of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).