Washington High School vs Western High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Indiana, United States, 138 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Washington High School
South Bend · Public high · Grades 9–12
795 students
Western High School
Russiaville · Public high · Grades 9–12
804 students
| Measure | Washington High School South Bend, Indiana | Western High School Russiaville, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 67 Top 25% |
| State rank | #363 of 387 | #67 of 387 |
| National rank | #14210 of 16,910 | #4185 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 795 | 804 |
| Enrollment | 795 | 804 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.3% | 27.5% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 47% |
| city | South Bend | Russiaville |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Western High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.5 vs 25.9).
- •Western High School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 7.5%).
- •Western High School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 27%).
- •Western High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.5% vs 65.3%).
- •Washington High School does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 15.8).
- •Western High School is the larger school with 804 students compared with 795.
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 Washington High School better than Western High School?
On the Success Index (US), Western High School ranks higher (66.5 vs 25.9 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 Washington High School and Western High School?
About 138 km in a straight line, between South Bend and Russiaville in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Washington High School: 795. Western High School: 804. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Washington High School and Western High School rank in Indiana?
Washington High School is 363rd of 387 and Western High School is 67th of 387 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).