Hal E Clark Middle School vs James H Watson Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hal E Clark Middle School
Saint John · Public middle · Grades 5–8
1,032 students
James H Watson Elementary School
Schererville · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
660 students
| Measure | Hal E Clark Middle School Saint John, Indiana | James H Watson Elementary School Schererville, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #37 of 335 | #133 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #2949 of 15,369 | #9864 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 1,032 | 660 |
| Enrollment | 1,032 | 660 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 22.1% | 23.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 77% |
| city | Saint John | Schererville |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (71.9 vs 72.1).
- •James H Watson Elementary School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 53%).
- •Hal E Clark Middle School does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 57%).
- •Hal E Clark Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.1% vs 23.8%).
- •Hal E Clark Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.2 vs 17.4).
- •Hal E Clark Middle School is the larger school with 1,032 students compared with 660.
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 Hal E Clark Middle School better than James H Watson Elementary 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 Hal E Clark Middle School and James H Watson Elementary School?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Saint John and Schererville in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hal E Clark Middle School: 1,032. James H Watson Elementary School: 660. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hal E Clark Middle School and James H Watson Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Hal E Clark Middle School is 37th of 335 and James H Watson Elementary School is 133rd of 1,053 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).