Adams High School vs Castle High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Indiana, United States, 421 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Adams High School
South Bend · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,966 students
Castle High School
Newburgh · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,953 students
| Measure | Adams High School South Bend, Indiana | Castle High School Newburgh, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #253 of 387 | #51 of 387 |
| National rank | #9383 of 16,910 | #3447 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,966 | 1,953 |
| Enrollment | 1,966 | 1,953 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.5% | 24.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 51% |
| city | South Bend | Newburgh |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Castle High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.4 vs 46.2).
- •Castle High School does better on math proficiency (51% vs 26%).
- •Castle High School does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 58%).
- •Castle High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.6% vs 48.5%).
- •Adams High School does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 17.4).
- •Adams High School is the larger school with 1,966 students compared with 1,953.
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 Adams High School better than Castle High School?
On the Success Index (US), Castle High School ranks higher (69.4 vs 46.2 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 Adams High School and Castle High School?
About 421 km in a straight line, between South Bend and Newburgh in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adams High School: 1,966. Castle High School: 1,953. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adams High School and Castle High School rank in Indiana?
Adams High School is 253rd of 387 and Castle High School is 51st of 387 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).