Portage High School vs South Haven Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Portage High School
Portage · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,163 students
South Haven Elementary School
Valparaiso · Public elementary · Grades K–5
311 students
| Measure | Portage High School Portage, Indiana | South Haven Elementary School Valparaiso, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #252 of 387 | #665 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #9372 of 16,910 | #27423 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 2,163 | 311 |
| Enrollment | 2,163 | 311 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.5% | 47.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 47% |
| city | Portage | Valparaiso |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (46.3 vs 46.7).
- •South Haven Elementary School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 25%).
- •Portage High School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 37%).
- •Portage High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.5% vs 47.6%).
- •South Haven Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 17.6).
- •Portage High School is the larger school with 2,163 students compared with 311.
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 Portage High School better than South Haven Elementary School?
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 Portage High School and South Haven Elementary School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Portage and Valparaiso in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Portage High School: 2,163. South Haven Elementary School: 311. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Portage High School and South Haven Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Portage High School is 252nd of 387 and South Haven Elementary School is 665th of 1,053 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).