River Forest High School vs River Forest Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 126 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
River Forest High School
Hobart · Public high · Grades 9–12
565 students
River Forest Middle School
Hobart · Public middle · Grades 6–8
369 students
| Measure | River Forest High School Hobart, Indiana | River Forest Middle School Hobart, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #368 of 387 | #317 of 335 |
| National rank | #14749 of 16,910 | #13126 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 565 | 369 |
| Enrollment | 565 | 369 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72% | 74% |
| Students per teacher | 20.2 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 24% |
| city | Hobart | Hobart |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (23.1 vs 23.5).
- •River Forest Middle School does better on math proficiency (24% vs 17%).
- •River Forest High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 26%).
- •River Forest High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72% vs 74%).
- •River Forest Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 20.2).
- •River Forest High School is the larger school with 565 students compared with 369.
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 River Forest High School better than River Forest Middle 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 River Forest High School and River Forest Middle School?
About 126 m in a straight line, between Hobart and Hobart in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
River Forest High School: 565. River Forest Middle School: 369. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do River Forest High School and River Forest Middle School rank in Indiana?
River Forest High School is 368th of 387 and River Forest Middle School is 317th of 335 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).