Hammond Academy of Science & Tech vs Hammond Central High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Indiana, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hammond Academy of Science & Tech
Hammond · Charter high · Grades 6–12
578 students
Hammond Central High School
Hammond · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,814 students
| Measure | Hammond Academy of Science & Tech Hammond, Indiana | Hammond Central High School Hammond, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #326 of 387 | #373 of 387 |
| National rank | #12044 of 16,910 | #15159 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 578 | 1,814 |
| Enrollment | 578 | 1,814 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68% | 52.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 21.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 12% |
| city | Hammond | Hammond |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hammond Academy of Science & Tech scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.7 vs 20.7).
- •Hammond Academy of Science & Tech does better on math proficiency (25% vs 12%).
- •Hammond Academy of Science & Tech does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •Hammond Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.3% vs 68%).
- •Hammond Academy of Science & Tech does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 21.3).
- •Hammond Central High School is the larger school with 1,814 students compared with 578.
- •Hammond Academy of Science & Tech is a charter school while Hammond Central High School 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 Hammond Academy of Science & Tech better than Hammond Central High School?
On the Success Index (US), Hammond Academy of Science & Tech ranks higher (35.7 vs 20.7 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 Hammond Academy of Science & Tech and Hammond Central High School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Hammond and Hammond in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hammond Academy of Science & Tech: 578. Hammond Central High School: 1,814. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hammond Academy of Science & Tech and Hammond Central High School rank in Indiana?
Hammond Academy of Science & Tech is 326th of 387 and Hammond Central High School is 373rd of 387 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).