Excel Center - South Bend vs LaSalle Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 1.5 km 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
LaSalle Academy
South Bend · Public middle · Grades 6–8
461 students
| Measure | Excel Center - South Bend South Bend, Indiana | LaSalle Academy South Bend, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #105 of 387 | #84 of 335 |
| National rank | #5417 of 16,910 | #4946 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 296 | 461 |
| Enrollment | 296 | 461 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.5% | 41.6% |
| Students per teacher | 37.0 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 54% |
| Math proficiency | – | 49% |
| city | South Bend | South Bend |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (61.5 vs 62.4).
- •Excel Center - South Bend does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.5% vs 41.6%).
- •LaSalle Academy does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 37.0).
- •LaSalle Academy is the larger school with 461 students compared with 296.
- •Excel Center - South Bend is a charter school while LaSalle 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 LaSalle Academy?
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 Excel Center - South Bend and LaSalle Academy?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between South Bend and South Bend in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Excel Center - South Bend: 296. LaSalle Academy: 461. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Excel Center - South Bend and LaSalle Academy rank in Indiana?
Excel Center - South Bend is 105th of 387 and LaSalle Academy is 84th of 335 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).