Carmel High School vs Cherry Tree Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 4.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carmel High School
Carmel · Public high · Grades 9–12
5,239 students
Cherry Tree Elementary School
Carmel · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
711 students
| Measure | Carmel High School Carmel, Indiana | Cherry Tree Elementary School Carmel, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #5 of 387 | #26 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #897 of 16,910 | #3028 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 5,239 | 711 |
| Enrollment | 5,239 | 711 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.3% | 12.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 89% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 82% |
| city | Carmel | Carmel |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (82.8 vs 83.7).
- •Cherry Tree Elementary School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 71%).
- •Carmel High School does better on reading proficiency (89% vs 72%).
- •Cherry Tree Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.9% vs 13.3%).
- •Cherry Tree Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 16.8).
- •Carmel High School is the larger school with 5,239 students compared with 711.
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 Carmel High School better than Cherry Tree Elementary 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 Carmel High School and Cherry Tree Elementary School?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Carmel and Carmel in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carmel High School: 5,239. Cherry Tree Elementary School: 711. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carmel High School and Cherry Tree Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Carmel High School is 5th of 387 and Cherry Tree Elementary School is 26th of 1,053 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).