Hammond Central High School vs Henry W Eggers Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 659 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hammond Central High School
Hammond · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,814 students
Henry W Eggers Middle School
Hammond · Public middle · Grades 7–8
693 students
| Measure | Hammond Central High School Hammond, Indiana | Henry W Eggers Middle School Hammond, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #373 of 387 | #323 of 335 |
| National rank | #15159 of 16,910 | #13397 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 1,814 | 693 |
| Enrollment | 1,814 | 693 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.3% | 58.4% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| city | Hammond | Hammond |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Henry W Eggers Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.1 vs 20.7).
- •Hammond Central High School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 25%).
- •Hammond Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.3% vs 58.4%).
- •Henry W Eggers Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 21.3).
- •Hammond Central High School is the larger school with 1,814 students compared with 693.
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 Central High School better than Henry W Eggers Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Henry W Eggers Middle School ranks higher (22.1 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 Central High School and Henry W Eggers Middle School?
About 659 m in a straight line, between Hammond and Hammond in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hammond Central High School: 1,814. Henry W Eggers Middle School: 693. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hammond Central High School and Henry W Eggers Middle School rank in Indiana?
Hammond Central High School is 373rd of 387 and Henry W Eggers Middle School is 323rd of 335 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).