Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School vs Westchester Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Indiana, United States, 27 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School
Gary · Public middle · Grades 5–8
447 students
Westchester Middle School
Chesterton · Public middle · Grades 7–8
448 students
| Measure | Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School Gary, Indiana | Westchester Middle School Chesterton, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #333 of 335 | #106 of 335 |
| National rank | #14019 of 15,369 | #5556 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 447 | 448 |
| Enrollment | 447 | 448 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.5% | 33.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | – |
| Math proficiency | 28% | – |
| city | Gary | Chesterton |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Westchester Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.7 vs 18.5).
- •Westchester Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.5% vs 97.5%).
- •Westchester Middle School is the larger school with 448 students compared with 447.
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 Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School better than Westchester Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Westchester Middle School ranks higher (59.7 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 Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School and Westchester Middle School?
About 27 km in a straight line, between Gary and Chesterton in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School: 447. Westchester Middle School: 448. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School and Westchester Middle School rank in Indiana?
Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School is 333rd of 335 and Westchester Middle School is 106th of 335 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).