Hammond Academy of Science & Tech vs James and Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Indiana, United States, 236 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
James and Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy High School
Indianapolis · Charter high · Grades 9–12
587 students
| Measure | Hammond Academy of Science & Tech Hammond, Indiana | James and Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy High School Indianapolis, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #326 of 387 | #295 of 387 |
| National rank | #12044 of 16,910 | #11006 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 578 | 587 |
| Enrollment | 578 | 587 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68% | 68.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | – |
| Math proficiency | 25% | – |
| city | Hammond | Indianapolis |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James and Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.8 vs 35.7).
- •Hammond Academy of Science & Tech does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68% vs 68.8%).
- •Hammond Academy of Science & Tech does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 14.3).
- •James and Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy High School is the larger school with 587 students compared with 578.
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 James and Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy High School?
On the Success Index (US), James and Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy High School ranks higher (39.8 vs 35.7 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 James and Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy High School?
About 236 km in a straight line, between Hammond and Indianapolis in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hammond Academy of Science & Tech: 578. James and Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy High School: 587. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hammond Academy of Science & Tech and James and Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy High School rank in Indiana?
Hammond Academy of Science & Tech is 326th of 387 and James and Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy High School is 295th of 387 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).