DeKalb High School vs East Noble High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Indiana, United States, 18 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
DeKalb High School
Waterloo · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,007 students
East Noble High School
Kendallville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,019 students
| Measure | DeKalb High School Waterloo, Indiana | East Noble High School Kendallville, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #198 of 387 | #125 of 387 |
| National rank | #7869 of 16,910 | #5974 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,007 | 1,019 |
| Enrollment | 1,007 | 1,019 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.6% | 32.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 42% |
| city | Waterloo | Kendallville |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Noble High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.3 vs 51.9).
- •East Noble High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 31%).
- •DeKalb High School does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 57%).
- •East Noble High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.5% vs 38.6%).
- •East Noble High School does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 17.7).
- •East Noble High School is the larger school with 1,019 students compared with 1,007.
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 DeKalb High School better than East Noble High School?
On the Success Index (US), East Noble High School ranks higher (59.3 vs 51.9 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 DeKalb High School and East Noble High School?
About 18 km in a straight line, between Waterloo and Kendallville in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
DeKalb High School: 1,007. East Noble High School: 1,019. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do DeKalb High School and East Noble High School rank in Indiana?
DeKalb High School is 198th of 387 and East Noble High School is 125th of 387 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).