Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend vs The Portage School of Leaders
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 1.4 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
The Portage School of Leaders
South Bend · Charter other · Grades 9–11
61 students
| Measure | Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend South Bend, Indiana | The Portage School of Leaders South Bend, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #232 of 387 | – |
| National rank | #8773 of 16,910 | – |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | Other |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–11 |
| Students | 138 | 61 |
| Enrollment | 138 | 61 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.6% | 54.1% |
| Students per teacher | 9.9 | 8.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| 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 61.6%).
- •The Portage School of Leaders does better on students per teacher (8.7 vs 9.9).
- •Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend is the larger school with 138 students compared with 61.
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 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 Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend and The Portage School of Leaders?
About 1.4 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. The Portage School of Leaders: 61. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend and The Portage School of Leaders rank in Indiana?
Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend is 232nd of 387 and The Portage School of Leaders is unranked among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).