Madison S.T.E.A.M. Academy vs The Portage School of Leaders
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 584 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Madison S.T.E.A.M. Academy
South Bend · Public elementary · Grades K–5
431 students
The Portage School of Leaders
South Bend · Charter other · Grades 9–11
61 students
| Measure | Madison S.T.E.A.M. Academy South Bend, Indiana | The Portage School of Leaders South Bend, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #1020 of 1,053 | – |
| National rank | #44604 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–11 |
| Students | 431 | 61 |
| Enrollment | 431 | 61 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.3% | 54.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 8.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 7% | – |
| Math proficiency | 10% | – |
| city | South Bend | South Bend |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •The Portage School of Leaders does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.1% vs 80.3%).
- •The Portage School of Leaders does better on students per teacher (8.7 vs 11.6).
- •Madison S.T.E.A.M. Academy is the larger school with 431 students compared with 61.
- •Madison S.T.E.A.M. Academy is a public school while The Portage School of Leaders is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Madison S.T.E.A.M. Academy better than The Portage School of Leaders?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Madison S.T.E.A.M. Academy and The Portage School of Leaders?
About 584 m in a straight line, between South Bend and South Bend in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Madison S.T.E.A.M. Academy: 431. The Portage School of Leaders: 61. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Madison S.T.E.A.M. Academy and The Portage School of Leaders rank in Indiana?
Madison S.T.E.A.M. Academy is 1020th of 1,053 and The Portage School of Leaders is unranked among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).