Jennings County High School vs Shortridge High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Indiana, United States, 101 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jennings County High School
North Vernon · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,188 students
Shortridge High School
Indianapolis · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,206 students
| Measure | Jennings County High School North Vernon, Indiana | Shortridge High School Indianapolis, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #278 of 387 | #317 of 387 |
| National rank | #10333 of 16,910 | #11679 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,188 | 1,206 |
| Enrollment | 1,188 | 1,206 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.7% | 60.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 23% |
| city | North Vernon | Indianapolis |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jennings County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.5 vs 37.2).
- •Jennings County High School does better on math proficiency (25% vs 23%).
- •Jennings County High School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 51%).
- •Jennings County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.7% vs 60.7%).
- •Shortridge High School does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 15.4).
- •Shortridge High School is the larger school with 1,206 students compared with 1,188.
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 Jennings County High School better than Shortridge High School?
On the Success Index (US), Jennings County High School ranks higher (42.5 vs 37.2 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 Jennings County High School and Shortridge High School?
About 101 km in a straight line, between North Vernon and Indianapolis in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jennings County High School: 1,188. Shortridge High School: 1,206. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jennings County High School and Shortridge High School rank in Indiana?
Jennings County High School is 278th of 387 and Shortridge High School is 317th of 387 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).