Central Elementary School vs Willowcreek Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 885 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Portage · Public elementary · Grades K–5
409 students
Willowcreek Middle School
Portage · Public middle · Grades 6–8
920 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Portage, Indiana | Willowcreek Middle School Portage, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #705 of 1,053 | #201 of 335 |
| National rank | #28898 of 50,301 | #8298 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 409 | 920 |
| Enrollment | 409 | 920 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.9% | 41.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 39% |
| city | Portage | Portage |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Willowcreek Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.0 vs 44.5).
- •Central Elementary School does better on math proficiency (43% vs 39%).
- •Willowcreek Middle School does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 42%).
- •Willowcreek Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.7% vs 48.9%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 16.7).
- •Willowcreek Middle School is the larger school with 920 students compared with 409.
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 Central Elementary School better than Willowcreek Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Willowcreek Middle School ranks higher (47.0 vs 44.5 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 Central Elementary School and Willowcreek Middle School?
About 885 m in a straight line, between Portage and Portage in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 409. Willowcreek Middle School: 920. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Willowcreek Middle School rank in Indiana?
Central Elementary School is 705th of 1,053 and Willowcreek Middle School is 201st of 335 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).