Gary Middle School vs Rensselaer Central Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Indiana, United States, 75 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gary Middle School
Gary · Public middle · Grades 6–8
365 students
Rensselaer Central Middle School
Rensselaer · Public middle · Grades 6–8
363 students
| Measure | Gary Middle School Gary, Indiana | Rensselaer Central Middle School Rensselaer, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #331 of 335 | #176 of 335 |
| National rank | #13957 of 15,369 | #7320 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 365 | 363 |
| Enrollment | 365 | 363 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.5% | 42.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 13% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 40% |
| city | Gary | Rensselaer |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rensselaer Central Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.5 vs 18.9).
- •Rensselaer Central Middle School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 5%).
- •Rensselaer Central Middle School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 13%).
- •Rensselaer Central Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.1% vs 62.5%).
- •Gary Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 15.8).
- •Gary Middle School is the larger school with 365 students compared with 363.
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 Gary Middle School better than Rensselaer Central Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Rensselaer Central Middle School ranks higher (51.5 vs 18.9 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 Gary Middle School and Rensselaer Central Middle School?
About 75 km in a straight line, between Gary and Rensselaer in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gary Middle School: 365. Rensselaer Central Middle School: 363. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gary Middle School and Rensselaer Central Middle School rank in Indiana?
Gary Middle School is 331st of 335 and Rensselaer Central Middle School is 176th of 335 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).