Northrop High School vs Portage High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Indiana, United States, 175 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northrop High School
Fort Wayne · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,145 students
Portage High School
Portage · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,163 students
| Measure | Northrop High School Fort Wayne, Indiana | Portage High School Portage, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #285 of 387 | #252 of 387 |
| National rank | #10591 of 16,910 | #9372 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,145 | 2,163 |
| Enrollment | 2,145 | 2,163 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.8% | 40.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 25% |
| city | Fort Wayne | Portage |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Portage High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.3 vs 41.5).
- •Northrop High School does better on math proficiency (28% vs 25%).
- •Portage High School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 54%).
- •Portage High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.5% vs 53.8%).
- •Northrop High School does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 17.6).
- •Portage High School is the larger school with 2,163 students compared with 2,145.
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 Northrop High School better than Portage High School?
On the Success Index (US), Portage High School ranks higher (46.3 vs 41.5 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 Northrop High School and Portage High School?
About 175 km in a straight line, between Fort Wayne and Portage in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northrop High School: 2,145. Portage High School: 2,163. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northrop High School and Portage High School rank in Indiana?
Northrop High School is 285th of 387 and Portage High School is 252nd of 387 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).