Excel Center - Hammond vs Gary Middle College
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Indiana, United States, 9.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Excel Center - Hammond
Hammond · Charter high · Grades 9–12
205 students
Gary Middle College
Gary · Charter high · Grades 9–12
202 students
| Measure | Excel Center - Hammond Hammond, Indiana | Gary Middle College Gary, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #59 of 387 | #4 of 387 |
| National rank | #3842 of 16,910 | #616 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 205 | 202 |
| Enrollment | 205 | 202 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 7.8% | 26.2% |
| Students per teacher | 34.2 | – |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Hammond | Gary |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gary Middle College scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.3 vs 67.9).
- •Excel Center - Hammond does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7.8% vs 26.2%).
- •Excel Center - Hammond is the larger school with 205 students compared with 202.
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 Excel Center - Hammond better than Gary Middle College?
On the Success Index (US), Gary Middle College ranks higher (85.3 vs 67.9 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 Excel Center - Hammond and Gary Middle College?
About 9.3 km in a straight line, between Hammond and Gary in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Excel Center - Hammond: 205. Gary Middle College: 202. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Excel Center - Hammond and Gary Middle College rank in Indiana?
Excel Center - Hammond is 59th of 387 and Gary Middle College is 4th of 387 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).