Hammond Academy of Science & Tech vs Henry W Eggers Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 1.3 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
Henry W Eggers Middle School
Hammond · Public middle · Grades 7–8
693 students
| Measure | Hammond Academy of Science & Tech Hammond, Indiana | Henry W Eggers Middle School Hammond, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #326 of 387 | #323 of 335 |
| National rank | #12044 of 16,910 | #13397 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 578 | 693 |
| Enrollment | 578 | 693 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68% | 58.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 25% |
| 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 22.1).
- •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 25%).
- •Henry W Eggers Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.4% vs 68%).
- •Hammond Academy of Science & Tech does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 15.8).
- •Henry W Eggers Middle School is the larger school with 693 students compared with 578.
- •Hammond Academy of Science & Tech is a charter school while Henry W Eggers Middle 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 Henry W Eggers Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Hammond Academy of Science & Tech ranks higher (35.7 vs 22.1 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 Henry W Eggers Middle School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Hammond and Hammond in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hammond Academy of Science & Tech: 578. Henry W Eggers Middle School: 693. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hammond Academy of Science & Tech and Henry W Eggers Middle School rank in Indiana?
Hammond Academy of Science & Tech is 326th of 387 and Henry W Eggers Middle School is 323rd of 335 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).