Highland Middle School vs Mildred Merkley Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 328 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Middle School
Highland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
774 students
Mildred Merkley Elementary School
Highland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
290 students
| Measure | Highland Middle School Highland, Indiana | Mildred Merkley Elementary School Highland, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #179 of 335 | #729 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #7387 of 15,369 | #29830 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 774 | 290 |
| Enrollment | 774 | 290 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.1% | 47.9% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 22.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 52% |
| city | Highland | Highland |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.2 vs 43.2).
- •Mildred Merkley Elementary School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 45%).
- •Highland Middle School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 37%).
- •Highland Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.1% vs 47.9%).
- •Highland Middle School does better on students per teacher (20.9 vs 22.3).
- •Highland Middle School is the larger school with 774 students compared with 290.
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 Highland Middle School better than Mildred Merkley Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Middle School ranks higher (51.2 vs 43.2 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 Highland Middle School and Mildred Merkley Elementary School?
About 328 m in a straight line, between Highland and Highland in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Middle School: 774. Mildred Merkley Elementary School: 290. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Middle School and Mildred Merkley Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Highland Middle School is 179th of 335 and Mildred Merkley Elementary School is 729th of 1,053 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).