Jimtown High School vs Premier Arts Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 5.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jimtown High School
Elkhart · Public high · Grades 9–12
546 students
Premier Arts Academy
Elkhart · Charter elementary · Grades K–7
286 students
| Measure | Jimtown High School Elkhart, Indiana | Premier Arts Academy Elkhart, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #270 of 387 | #324 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #9811 of 16,910 | #16596 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–7 |
| Students | 546 | 286 |
| Enrollment | 546 | 286 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.5% | 58.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | – |
| Math proficiency | 27% | – |
| city | Elkhart | Elkhart |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Premier Arts Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.3 vs 44.5).
- •Jimtown High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.5% vs 58.4%).
- •Premier Arts Academy does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 13.0).
- •Jimtown High School is the larger school with 546 students compared with 286.
- •Jimtown High School is a public school while Premier Arts Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Jimtown High School better than Premier Arts Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Premier Arts Academy ranks higher (62.3 vs 44.5 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 Jimtown High School and Premier Arts Academy?
About 5.3 km in a straight line, between Elkhart and Elkhart in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jimtown High School: 546. Premier Arts Academy: 286. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jimtown High School and Premier Arts Academy rank in Indiana?
Jimtown High School is 270th of 387 and Premier Arts Academy is 324th of 1,053 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).