Central Elementary School vs Martha J Ridpath Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 7.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Greencastle · Public elementary · Grades K–5
335 students
Martha J Ridpath Elementary School
Greencastle · Public elementary · Grades K–2
160 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Greencastle, Indiana | Martha J Ridpath Elementary School Greencastle, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #319 of 1,053 | #640 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #16439 of 50,301 | #26440 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 335 | 160 |
| Enrollment | 335 | 160 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.3% | 70.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | – |
| Math proficiency | 57% | – |
| city | Greencastle | Greencastle |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.5 vs 48.1).
- •Central Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.3% vs 70.6%).
- •Martha J Ridpath Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 12.4).
- •Central Elementary School is the larger school with 335 students compared with 160.
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 Central Elementary School better than Martha J Ridpath Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary School ranks higher (62.5 vs 48.1 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 Central Elementary School and Martha J Ridpath Elementary School?
About 7.2 km in a straight line, between Greencastle and Greencastle in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 335. Martha J Ridpath Elementary School: 160. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Martha J Ridpath Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Central Elementary School is 319th of 1,053 and Martha J Ridpath Elementary School is 640th of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).