Highland Middle School vs Willowcreek Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Indiana, United States, 207 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Middle School
Anderson · Public middle · Grades 7–8
916 students
Willowcreek Middle School
Portage · Public middle · Grades 6–8
920 students
| Measure | Highland Middle School Anderson, Indiana | Willowcreek Middle School Portage, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #282 of 335 | #201 of 335 |
| National rank | #11570 of 15,369 | #8298 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 916 | 920 |
| Enrollment | 916 | 920 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67% | 41.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 39% |
| city | Anderson | Portage |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Willowcreek Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.0 vs 31.7).
- •Willowcreek Middle School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 23%).
- •Willowcreek Middle School does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 32%).
- •Willowcreek Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.7% vs 67%).
- •Highland Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 16.7).
- •Willowcreek Middle School is the larger school with 920 students compared with 916.
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 Highland Middle School better than Willowcreek Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Willowcreek Middle School ranks higher (47.0 vs 31.7 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 Highland Middle School and Willowcreek Middle School?
About 207 km in a straight line, between Anderson and Portage in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Middle School: 916. Willowcreek Middle School: 920. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Middle School and Willowcreek Middle School rank in Indiana?
Highland Middle School is 282nd of 335 and Willowcreek Middle School is 201st of 335 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).