Dickinson Academy vs Washington High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dickinson Academy
South Bend · Public elementary · Grades K–8
309 students
Washington High School
South Bend · Public high · Grades 9–12
795 students
| Measure | Dickinson Academy South Bend, Indiana | Washington High School South Bend, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #980 of 1,053 | #363 of 387 |
| National rank | #42346 of 50,301 | #14210 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 309 | 795 |
| Enrollment | 309 | 795 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.4% | 65.3% |
| Students per teacher | 8.8 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 7.5% |
| city | South Bend | South Bend |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.9 vs 23.9).
- •Washington High School does better on math proficiency (7.5% vs 5%).
- •Washington High School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 15%).
- •Washington High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.3% vs 75.4%).
- •Dickinson Academy does better on students per teacher (8.8 vs 10.9).
- •Washington High School is the larger school with 795 students compared with 309.
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 Dickinson Academy better than Washington High School?
On the Success Index (US), Washington High School ranks higher (25.9 vs 23.9 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 Dickinson Academy and Washington High School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between South Bend and South Bend in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dickinson Academy: 309. Washington High School: 795. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dickinson Academy and Washington High School rank in Indiana?
Dickinson Academy is 980th of 1,053 and Washington High School is 363rd of 387 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).