Deer Run Elementary vs Pike High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Deer Run Elementary
Indianapolis · Public elementary · Grades K–5
616 students
Pike High School
Indianapolis · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,188 students
| Measure | Deer Run Elementary Indianapolis, Indiana | Pike High School Indianapolis, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1001 of 1,053 | #256 of 387 |
| National rank | #43325 of 50,301 | #9487 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 616 | 3,188 |
| Enrollment | 616 | 3,188 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 51.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 29% |
| city | Indianapolis | Indianapolis |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pike High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.9 vs 22.4).
- •Deer Run Elementary does better on math proficiency (34% vs 29%).
- •Pike High School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 24%).
- •Pike High School does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 15.8).
- •Pike High School is the larger school with 3,188 students compared with 616.
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 Run Elementary better than Pike High School?
On the Success Index (US), Pike High School ranks higher (45.9 vs 22.4 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 Run Elementary and Pike High School?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Indianapolis and Indianapolis in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Deer Run Elementary: 616. Pike High School: 3,188. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Deer Run Elementary and Pike High School rank in Indiana?
Deer Run Elementary is 1001st of 1,053 and Pike High School is 256th of 387 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).