Indiana Digital Alternative School vs West Side Leadership Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Indiana, United States, 257 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Indiana Digital Alternative School
Modoc · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,238 students
West Side Leadership Academy
Gary · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,232 students
| Measure | Indiana Digital Alternative School Modoc, Indiana | West Side Leadership Academy Gary, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #382 of 387 | #371 of 387 |
| National rank | #15912 of 16,910 | #15071 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,238 | 1,232 |
| Enrollment | 1,238 | 1,232 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.4% | 62.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 13% |
| city | Modoc | Gary |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Side Leadership Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.3 vs 16.1).
- •West Side Leadership Academy does better on math proficiency (13% vs 5%).
- •West Side Leadership Academy does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 15%).
- •West Side Leadership Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.6% vs 70.4%).
- •Indiana Digital Alternative School does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 18.1).
- •Indiana Digital Alternative School is the larger school with 1,238 students compared with 1,232.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Indiana Digital Alternative School better than West Side Leadership Academy?
On the Success Index (US), West Side Leadership Academy ranks higher (21.3 vs 16.1 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 Indiana Digital Alternative School and West Side Leadership Academy?
About 257 km in a straight line, between Modoc and Gary in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Indiana Digital Alternative School: 1,238. West Side Leadership Academy: 1,232. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Indiana Digital Alternative School and West Side Leadership Academy rank in Indiana?
Indiana Digital Alternative School is 382nd of 387 and West Side Leadership Academy is 371st of 387 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).