Greencastle High School vs South Putnam High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Indiana, United States, 7.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Greencastle High School
Greencastle · Public high · Grades 9–12
497 students
South Putnam High School
Greencastle · Public high · Grades 9–12
354 students
| Measure | Greencastle High School Greencastle, Indiana | South Putnam High School Greencastle, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #158 of 387 | #259 of 387 |
| National rank | #6841 of 16,910 | #9534 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 497 | 354 |
| Enrollment | 497 | 354 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.9% | 48.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 22% |
| city | Greencastle | Greencastle |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Greencastle High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.8 vs 45.7).
- •Greencastle High School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Greencastle High School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •Greencastle High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.9% vs 48.9%).
- •Greencastle High School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 14.8).
- •Greencastle High School is the larger school with 497 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 Greencastle High School better than South Putnam High School?
On the Success Index (US), Greencastle High School ranks higher (55.8 vs 45.7 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 Greencastle High School and South Putnam High School?
About 7.1 km in a straight line, between Greencastle and Greencastle in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Greencastle High School: 497. South Putnam High School: 354. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Greencastle High School and South Putnam High School rank in Indiana?
Greencastle High School is 158th of 387 and South Putnam High School is 259th of 387 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).