Gary Virtual Academy vs River Forest Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gary Virtual Academy
Gary · Public other · Grades K–12
45 students
River Forest Middle School
Hobart · Public middle · Grades 6–8
369 students
| Measure | Gary Virtual Academy Gary, Indiana | River Forest Middle School Hobart, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #317 of 335 |
| National rank | – | #13126 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Other | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 45 | 369 |
| Enrollment | 45 | 369 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.2% | 74% |
| Students per teacher | 22.5 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 26% |
| Math proficiency | – | 24% |
| city | Gary | Hobart |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gary Virtual Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.2% vs 74%).
- •River Forest Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 22.5).
- •River Forest Middle School is the larger school with 369 students compared with 45.
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 Virtual Academy better than River Forest Middle School?
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 Gary Virtual Academy and River Forest Middle School?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Gary and Hobart in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gary Virtual Academy: 45. River Forest Middle School: 369. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gary Virtual Academy and River Forest Middle School rank in Indiana?
Gary Virtual Academy is unranked and River Forest Middle School is 317th of 335 among other schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).