Central Elementary School vs South Putnam Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 258 m 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
South Putnam Middle School
Greencastle · Public middle · Grades 6–8
268 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Greencastle, Indiana | South Putnam Middle School Greencastle, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #319 of 1,053 | #147 of 335 |
| National rank | #16439 of 50,301 | #6629 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 335 | 268 |
| Enrollment | 335 | 268 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.3% | 48.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 50% |
| city | Greencastle | Greencastle |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.5 vs 54.7).
- •Central Elementary School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 50%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 46%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.3% vs 48.1%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 14.9).
- •Central Elementary School is the larger school with 335 students compared with 268.
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 South Putnam Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary School ranks higher (62.5 vs 54.7 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 South Putnam Middle School?
About 258 m in a straight line, between Greencastle and Greencastle in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 335. South Putnam Middle School: 268. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and South Putnam Middle School rank in Indiana?
Central Elementary School is 319th of 1,053 and South Putnam Middle School is 147th of 335 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).