Excel Center - South Bend vs Kennedy Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 319 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Excel Center - South Bend
South Bend · Charter high · Grades 9–12
296 students
Kennedy Academy
South Bend · Public elementary · Grades K–5
443 students
| Measure | Excel Center - South Bend South Bend, Indiana | Kennedy Academy South Bend, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #105 of 387 | #452 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #5417 of 16,910 | #21029 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 296 | 443 |
| Enrollment | 296 | 443 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.5% | 49.9% |
| Students per teacher | 37.0 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 49% |
| Math proficiency | – | 55% |
| city | South Bend | South Bend |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Excel Center - South Bend scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.5 vs 55.9).
- •Excel Center - South Bend does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.5% vs 49.9%).
- •Kennedy Academy does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 37.0).
- •Kennedy Academy is the larger school with 443 students compared with 296.
- •Excel Center - South Bend is a charter school while Kennedy Academy is a public 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 Excel Center - South Bend better than Kennedy Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Excel Center - South Bend ranks higher (61.5 vs 55.9 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 - South Bend and Kennedy Academy?
About 319 m in a straight line, between South Bend and South Bend in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Excel Center - South Bend: 296. Kennedy Academy: 443. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Excel Center - South Bend and Kennedy Academy rank in Indiana?
Excel Center - South Bend is 105th of 387 and Kennedy Academy is 452nd of 1,053 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).