Lawrence Central High School vs Lawrence North High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Indiana, United States, 4.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lawrence Central High School
Indianapolis · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,517 students
Lawrence North High School
Indianapolis · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,799 students
| Measure | Lawrence Central High School Indianapolis, Indiana | Lawrence North High School Indianapolis, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #348 of 387 | #309 of 387 |
| National rank | #13190 of 16,910 | #11405 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,517 | 2,799 |
| Enrollment | 2,517 | 2,799 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.2% | 51.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 23% |
| city | Indianapolis | Indianapolis |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lawrence North High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.2 vs 30.7).
- •Lawrence North High School does better on math proficiency (23% vs 18%).
- •Lawrence North High School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 47%).
- •Lawrence North High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.5% vs 60.2%).
- •Lawrence Central High School does better on students per teacher (17.6 vs 18.8).
- •Lawrence North High School is the larger school with 2,799 students compared with 2,517.
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 Lawrence Central High School better than Lawrence North High School?
On the Success Index (US), Lawrence North High School ranks higher (38.2 vs 30.7 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 Lawrence Central High School and Lawrence North High School?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between Indianapolis and Indianapolis in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lawrence Central High School: 2,517. Lawrence North High School: 2,799. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lawrence Central High School and Lawrence North High School rank in Indiana?
Lawrence Central High School is 348th of 387 and Lawrence North High School is 309th of 387 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).