East Chicago Central High School vs Hammond Academy of Science & Tech
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Indiana, United States, 4.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Chicago Central High School
East Chicago · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,052 students
Hammond Academy of Science & Tech
Hammond · Charter high · Grades 6–12
578 students
| Measure | East Chicago Central High School East Chicago, Indiana | Hammond Academy of Science & Tech Hammond, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #328 of 387 | #326 of 387 |
| National rank | #12064 of 16,910 | #12044 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 1,052 | 578 |
| Enrollment | 1,052 | 578 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.3% | 68% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 25% |
| city | East Chicago | Hammond |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (35.6 vs 35.7).
- •Hammond Academy of Science & Tech does better on math proficiency (25% vs 17%).
- •East Chicago Central High School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 42%).
- •Hammond Academy of Science & Tech does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68% vs 72.3%).
- •Hammond Academy of Science & Tech does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 13.3).
- •East Chicago Central High School is the larger school with 1,052 students compared with 578.
- •East Chicago Central High School is a public school while Hammond Academy of Science & Tech is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 East Chicago Central High School better than Hammond Academy of Science & Tech?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are East Chicago Central High School and Hammond Academy of Science & Tech?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between East Chicago and Hammond in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Chicago Central High School: 1,052. Hammond Academy of Science & Tech: 578. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Chicago Central High School and Hammond Academy of Science & Tech rank in Indiana?
East Chicago Central High School is 328th of 387 and Hammond Academy of Science & Tech is 326th of 387 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).