Higher Institute of Arts & Tech vs Joshua Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 393 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Higher Institute of Arts & Tech
Merrillville · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
259 students
Joshua Academy
Evansville · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
254 students
| Measure | Higher Institute of Arts & Tech Merrillville, Indiana | Joshua Academy Evansville, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1032 of 1,053 | #895 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #45786 of 50,301 | #37219 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 259 | 254 |
| Enrollment | 259 | 254 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.5% | 76% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 19.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 47% |
| city | Merrillville | Evansville |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Joshua Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.0 vs 18.5).
- •Joshua Academy does better on math proficiency (47% vs 17%).
- •Joshua Academy does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 17%).
- •Joshua Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76% vs 79.5%).
- •Higher Institute of Arts & Tech does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 19.5).
- •Higher Institute of Arts & Tech is the larger school with 259 students compared with 254.
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 Higher Institute of Arts & Tech better than Joshua Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Joshua Academy ranks higher (32.0 vs 18.5 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 Higher Institute of Arts & Tech and Joshua Academy?
About 393 km in a straight line, between Merrillville and Evansville in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Higher Institute of Arts & Tech: 259. Joshua Academy: 254. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Higher Institute of Arts & Tech and Joshua Academy rank in Indiana?
Higher Institute of Arts & Tech is 1032nd of 1,053 and Joshua Academy is 895th of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).