Deer Meadow Primary School vs South Putnam High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 7.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Deer Meadow Primary School
Greencastle · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
359 students
South Putnam High School
Greencastle · Public high · Grades 9–12
354 students
| Measure | Deer Meadow Primary School Greencastle, Indiana | South Putnam High School Greencastle, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #734 of 1,053 | #259 of 387 |
| National rank | #29944 of 50,301 | #9534 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 359 | 354 |
| Enrollment | 359 | 354 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.6% | 48.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 62% |
| Math proficiency | – | 22% |
| city | Greencastle | Greencastle |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Putnam High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.7 vs 43.0).
- •South Putnam High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.9% vs 52.6%).
- •South Putnam High School does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 18.9).
- •Deer Meadow Primary School is the larger school with 359 students compared with 354.
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 Deer Meadow Primary School better than South Putnam High School?
On the Success Index (US), South Putnam High School ranks higher (45.7 vs 43.0 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 Deer Meadow Primary School and South Putnam High School?
About 7.7 km in a straight line, between Greencastle and Greencastle in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Deer Meadow Primary School: 359. South Putnam High School: 354. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Deer Meadow Primary School and South Putnam High School rank in Indiana?
Deer Meadow Primary School is 734th of 1,053 and South Putnam High School is 259th of 387 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).