Ben Davis University High School vs Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ben Davis University High School
Indianapolis · Public high · Grades 10–12
375 students
Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center
Indianapolis · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,135 students
| Measure | Ben Davis University High School Indianapolis, Indiana | Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center Indianapolis, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #357 of 387 | #293 of 335 |
| National rank | #13717 of 16,910 | #12087 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 10–12 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 375 | 1,135 |
| Enrollment | 375 | 1,135 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.6% | 77.6% |
| Students per teacher | 22.1 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 29% |
| city | Indianapolis | Indianapolis |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (28.2 vs 29.1).
- •Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center does better on math proficiency (29% vs 7.5%).
- •Ben Davis University High School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 36%).
- •Ben Davis University High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.6% vs 77.6%).
- •Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 22.1).
- •Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center is the larger school with 1,135 students compared with 375.
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 Ben Davis University High School better than Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center?
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 Ben Davis University High School and Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Indianapolis and Indianapolis in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ben Davis University High School: 375. Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center: 1,135. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ben Davis University High School and Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center rank in Indiana?
Ben Davis University High School is 357th of 387 and Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center is 293rd of 335 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).