Hobart Middle School vs River Forest Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Indiana, United States, 3.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hobart Middle School
Hobart · Public middle · Grades 6–8
905 students
River Forest Middle School
Hobart · Public middle · Grades 6–8
369 students
| Measure | Hobart Middle School Hobart, Indiana | River Forest Middle School Hobart, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #206 of 335 | #317 of 335 |
| National rank | #8432 of 15,369 | #13126 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 905 | 369 |
| Enrollment | 905 | 369 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.6% | 74% |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 24% |
| city | Hobart | Hobart |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hobart Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.4 vs 23.5).
- •Hobart Middle School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 24%).
- •Hobart Middle School does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 26%).
- •Hobart Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.6% vs 74%).
- •River Forest Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 18.5).
- •Hobart Middle School is the larger school with 905 students compared with 369.
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 Hobart Middle School better than River Forest Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Hobart Middle School ranks higher (46.4 vs 23.5 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 Hobart Middle School and River Forest Middle School?
About 3.9 km in a straight line, between Hobart and Hobart in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hobart Middle School: 905. River Forest Middle School: 369. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hobart Middle School and River Forest Middle School rank in Indiana?
Hobart Middle School is 206th of 335 and River Forest Middle School is 317th of 335 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).