Jackson Middle School vs Riley High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jackson Middle School
South Bend · Public middle · Grades 6–8
537 students
Riley High School
South Bend · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,238 students
| Measure | Jackson Middle School South Bend, Indiana | Riley High School South Bend, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #330 of 335 | #283 of 387 |
| National rank | #13694 of 15,369 | #10450 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 537 | 1,238 |
| Enrollment | 537 | 1,238 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.3% | 57.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 13% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 23% |
| city | South Bend | South Bend |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Riley High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.1 vs 20.5).
- •Riley High School does better on math proficiency (23% vs 8%).
- •Riley High School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 13%).
- •Riley High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.4% vs 72.3%).
- •Jackson Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 12.6).
- •Riley High School is the larger school with 1,238 students compared with 537.
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 Jackson Middle School better than Riley High School?
On the Success Index (US), Riley High School ranks higher (42.1 vs 20.5 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 Jackson Middle School and Riley High School?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between South Bend and South Bend in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson Middle School: 537. Riley High School: 1,238. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson Middle School and Riley High School rank in Indiana?
Jackson Middle School is 330th of 335 and Riley High School is 283rd of 387 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).