Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend vs Riley High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Indiana, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend
South Bend · Charter high · Grades 9–12
138 students
Riley High School
South Bend · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,238 students
| Measure | Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend South Bend, Indiana | Riley High School South Bend, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #232 of 387 | #283 of 387 |
| National rank | #8773 of 16,910 | #10450 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 138 | 1,238 |
| Enrollment | 138 | 1,238 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.6% | 57.4% |
| Students per teacher | 9.9 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 53% |
| Math proficiency | – | 23% |
| city | South Bend | South Bend |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.5 vs 42.1).
- •Riley High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.4% vs 61.6%).
- •Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 12.6).
- •Riley High School is the larger school with 1,238 students compared with 138.
- •Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend is a charter school while Riley High School is a public 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 Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend better than Riley High School?
On the Success Index (US), Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend ranks higher (48.5 vs 42.1 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 Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend and Riley High School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between South Bend and South Bend in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend: 138. Riley High School: 1,238. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend and Riley High School rank in Indiana?
Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend is 232nd of 387 and Riley High School is 283rd of 387 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).