Glen Park Acad for Excel in Lrn vs Merrillville High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 3.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glen Park Acad for Excel in Lrn
Gary · Public elementary · Grades K–5
566 students
Merrillville High School
Merrillville · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,115 students
| Measure | Glen Park Acad for Excel in Lrn Gary, Indiana | Merrillville High School Merrillville, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1011 of 1,053 | #313 of 387 |
| National rank | #44087 of 50,301 | #11531 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 566 | 2,115 |
| Enrollment | 566 | 2,115 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58% | 47.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 15% |
| city | Gary | Merrillville |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Merrillville High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.7 vs 21.2).
- •Merrillville High School does better on math proficiency (15% vs 12%).
- •Merrillville High School does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 12%).
- •Merrillville High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.3% vs 58%).
- •Merrillville High School is the larger school with 2,115 students compared with 566.
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 Glen Park Acad for Excel in Lrn better than Merrillville High School?
On the Success Index (US), Merrillville High School ranks higher (37.7 vs 21.2 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 Glen Park Acad for Excel in Lrn and Merrillville High School?
About 3.9 km in a straight line, between Gary and Merrillville in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glen Park Acad for Excel in Lrn: 566. Merrillville High School: 2,115. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glen Park Acad for Excel in Lrn and Merrillville High School rank in Indiana?
Glen Park Acad for Excel in Lrn is 1011th of 1,053 and Merrillville High School is 313th of 387 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).