Central High School vs Thompkins Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 906 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Evansville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,087 students
Thompkins Middle School
Evansville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
622 students
| Measure | Central High School Evansville, Indiana | Thompkins Middle School Evansville, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #164 of 387 | #103 of 335 |
| National rank | #6948 of 16,910 | #5508 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,087 | 622 |
| Enrollment | 1,087 | 622 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.2% | 44.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 46% |
| city | Evansville | Evansville |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thompkins Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.9 vs 55.3).
- •Thompkins Middle School does better on math proficiency (46% vs 35%).
- •Central High School does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 59%).
- •Thompkins Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.1% vs 45.2%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 15.9).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,087 students compared with 622.
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 High School better than Thompkins Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Thompkins Middle School ranks higher (59.9 vs 55.3 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 High School and Thompkins Middle School?
About 906 m in a straight line, between Evansville and Evansville in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,087. Thompkins Middle School: 622. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Thompkins Middle School rank in Indiana?
Central High School is 164th of 387 and Thompkins Middle School is 103rd of 335 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).