Franklin Central Junior High vs Lillie Idella Kitley Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Indiana, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin Central Junior High
Indianapolis · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,797 students
Lillie Idella Kitley Intermediate
Indianapolis · Public middle · Grades 4–6
1,365 students
| Measure | Franklin Central Junior High Indianapolis, Indiana | Lillie Idella Kitley Intermediate Indianapolis, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #210 of 335 | #225 of 335 |
| National rank | #8689 of 15,369 | #8964 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 4–6 |
| Students | 1,797 | 1,365 |
| Enrollment | 1,797 | 1,365 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.6% | 50.7% |
| Students per teacher | 20.0 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | – |
| Math proficiency | 45% | – |
| city | Indianapolis | Indianapolis |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franklin Central Junior High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.1 vs 43.9).
- •Lillie Idella Kitley Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.7% vs 51.6%).
- •Lillie Idella Kitley Intermediate does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 20.0).
- •Franklin Central Junior High is the larger school with 1,797 students compared with 1,365.
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 Franklin Central Junior High better than Lillie Idella Kitley Intermediate?
On the Success Index (US), Franklin Central Junior High ranks higher (45.1 vs 43.9 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 Franklin Central Junior High and Lillie Idella Kitley Intermediate?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Indianapolis and Indianapolis in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Central Junior High: 1,797. Lillie Idella Kitley Intermediate: 1,365. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Central Junior High and Lillie Idella Kitley Intermediate rank in Indiana?
Franklin Central Junior High is 210th of 335 and Lillie Idella Kitley Intermediate is 225th of 335 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).